2010 BMW X5 vs. 2002 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 461 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 1465 kg more than 2002 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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, 2010 BMW X5 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForFour. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2010 BMW X5 | 2002 Smart ForFour | |
Make | BMW | Smart |
Model | X5 | ForFour |
Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 555 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4851 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1994 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1763 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 47 L |