2008 Honda Fit vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Fit (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Honda Fit (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour. 2008 Honda Fit has automatic transmission and 2005 Smart ForFour has manual transmission. 2005 Smart ForFour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Fit | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Honda | Smart |
Model | Fit | ForFour |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 47 L |