2007 Smart ForTwo vs. 2009 Tata Nano
To start off, 2009 Tata Nano is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 698 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Smart ForTwo (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 Tata Nano. 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 Smart ForTwo (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Nano. 2007 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Nano has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Nano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Smart ForTwo | 2009 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Smart | Tata |
| Model | ForTwo | Nano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 37 L |
