2008 Hyundai Entourage vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Entourage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Entourage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Entourage weights approximately 93 kg more than 2001 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 Hyundai Entourage (344 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Entourage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Entourage | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Hyundai | Smart |
| Model | Entourage | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
