2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1397 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 Chevrolet Avalanche (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2002 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2002 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
| Model | Avalanche | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
