2009 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, both 2009 Audi A8 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 4,172 cc, 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (329 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 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 A8 (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo. 2009 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2009 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2009 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A8 | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Audi | Smart |
Model | A8 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 999 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 2700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 1870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 33 L |