2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2008 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox 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 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2008 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2008 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 2008 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox, 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 Chevrolet Equinox (210 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 2008 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
| Model | Equinox | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3349 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 2730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 52 L |
