2009 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 1 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 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Smart ForTwo.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 330 | 2008 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | BMW | Smart |
Model | 330 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 999 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 521 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 2730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 52 L |