2009 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo

To start off, both 2009 Jaguar X-Type 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar X-Type (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.

Because 2009 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 2009 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar X-Type, 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 Jaguar X-Type (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Jaguar X-Type 2009 Smart ForTwo
Make Jaguar Smart
Model X-Type ForTwo
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1988 cc 999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 128 HP 83 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 121 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.1 mm 72.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 81.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.2:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.9 seconds 10.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 2700 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 1870 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.6 L/100km 4.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 33 L


 

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