2009 Lada 21 vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2009 Lada 21 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (94 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Lada 21. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada 21 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Lada 21 (131 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lada 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada 21 | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Lada | Smart |
Model | 21 | ForFour |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
Torque | 131 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 75.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 52 L |