2008 Lexus GS vs. 2008 Smart ForTwo
To start off, both 2008 Lexus GS and 2008 Smart ForTwo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus GS (304 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2008 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2008 Lexus GS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GS will offer significantly more control. 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 Lexus GS (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus GS | 2008 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Lexus | Smart |
| Model | GS | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 304 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 2730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 52 L |
