2007 Peugeot 107 vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 107 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Smart ForFour (94 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 107. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Smart ForFour weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 107. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Smart ForFour (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 107. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 107. 2001 Smart ForFour has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 107 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 107 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Smart ForFour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 107 | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Peugeot | Smart |
| Model | 107 | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1332 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 47 L |
