2008 Smart ForTwo vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (108 HP @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2008 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2008 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Smart ForTwo. 2008 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Smart | Volkswagen |
| Model | ForTwo | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 2730 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1870 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |
