2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 809 kg more than 2007 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
| Model | Silverado | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 33 L |
