2009 Smart ForTwo vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Smart ForTwo | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Smart | Volkswagen |
Model | ForTwo | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 2700 mm | 4148 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1870 mm | 2512 mm |