2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Smart ForTwo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2009 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 2009 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4, 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, 2009 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Audi | Smart |
| Model | A4 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 81.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 33 L |
