2008 Smart ForTwo vs. 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2008 Smart ForTwo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. At 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Smart ForTwo (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace.
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, 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Smart ForTwo. 2008 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Smart ForTwo | 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | Smart | Toyota |
Model | ForTwo | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 2444 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 2730 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1960 mm |