2009 Smart ForTwo vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Smart ForTwo | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Smart | Chevrolet |
Model | ForTwo | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.8 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 2700 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1870 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 93 L |