2008 BMW 525 vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo

To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 875 kg more than 2002 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, 2008 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 525 2002 Smart ForTwo
Make BMW Smart
Model 525 ForTwo
Year Released 2008 2002
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2497 cc 799 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 40 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 100 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78.8 mm 65.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 18.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 240 km/hour 135 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.8 seconds 20.1 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1680 kg 805 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 2510 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1520 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 1820 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.9 L/100km 3.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 22 L


 

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