2010 Smart ForTwo vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 3 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 971 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, 2013 Volvo XC60, 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Smart ForTwo | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Smart | Volvo |
| Model | ForTwo | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1000 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2695 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1542 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1867 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
