2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Fiorino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForTwo (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 435 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2006 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 2006 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Fiorino, 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 Fiat Fiorino (118 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Fiorino | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Fiat | Smart |
| Model | Fiorino | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 33 L |
