2010 Smart ForTwo vs. 2012 Volvo C70
To start off, 2012 Volvo C70 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo C70 weights approximately 920 kg more 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 Volvo C70, 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 Volvo C70 (350 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm). This means 2012 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo. 2012 Volvo C70 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 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Smart ForTwo | 2012 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Smart | Volvo |
| Model | ForTwo | C70 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1000 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2695 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1542 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1867 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 60 L |
