2010 Smart ForTwo vs. 2012 Peugeot 508
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 508 is newer by 2 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 508 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 508 (201 HP) has 131 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 508 should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
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, 2012 Peugeot 508, 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, 2012 Peugeot 508 (338 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm). This means 2012 Peugeot 508 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo. 2012 Peugeot 508 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. 2012 Peugeot 508 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Smart ForTwo | 2012 Peugeot 508 | |
Make | Smart | Peugeot |
Model | ForTwo | 508 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 92 Nm | 338 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 2695 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1853 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1542 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1867 mm | 2817 mm |