2009 Lotus Exige vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
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 Lotus Exige (231 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 2006 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 2009 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2009 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Exige | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Lotus | Smart |
Model | Exige | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 33 L |