2009 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 893 kg more than 2005 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Audi | Smart |
| Model | A6 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 19.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 22 L |
