2007 Lexus GS vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo
To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GS (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2013 Smart Fortwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GS weights approximately 846 kg more than 2013 Smart Fortwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lexus GS (433 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus GS | 2013 Smart Fortwo | |
| Make | Lexus | Smart |
| Model | GS | Fortwo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1559 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 33 L |
