2008 Peugeot 207 vs. 2004 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 207 (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2004 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 207 | 2004 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Smart |
| Model | 207 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 19.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 22 L |
