2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche 911 | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Porsche | Smart |
Model | 911 | ForFour |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3824 cc | 1123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 22 L |