2008 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 444 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Smart |
| Model | Golf | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 33 L |
