2007 Smart ForTwo vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 3 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 1,390 cc, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 568 kg more than 2007 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Smart ForTwo | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Smart | Volkswagen |
Model | ForTwo | Scirocco |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1404 mm |