2010 Dodge Challenger vs. 2012 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2012 Smart ForTwo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Challenger (372 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2012 Smart ForTwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2010 Dodge Challenger (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Smart ForTwo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dodge Challenger | 2012 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Dodge | Smart |
| Model | Challenger | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 372 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
