2010 Smart ForTwo vs. 2011 Opel Astra
To start off, 2011 Opel Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Astra weights approximately 578 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 2010 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 2010 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Astra, 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, 2011 Opel Astra (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo. 2011 Opel Astra 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. 2011 Opel Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Smart ForTwo | 2011 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Smart | Opel |
| Model | ForTwo | Astra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1000 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2695 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1542 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1867 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 52 L |
