2009 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 254 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo. 2009 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2010 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2010 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Toyota RAV4 | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Toyota | Smart |
Model | RAV4 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1867 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 33 L |