2008 Smart ForTwo vs. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 Smart ForTwo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Smart ForTwo.
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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Smart ForTwo | 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Smart | Chevrolet |
Model | ForTwo | Corvette |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 2730 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1870 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 117 L |