2007 Smart ForTwo vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 is newer by 4 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 425 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, 2011 Hyundai i20, 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, 2011 Hyundai i20 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart ForTwo. 2007 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai i20 has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai i20 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 | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Smart | Hyundai |
| Model | ForTwo | i20 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
