2010 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (248 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 682 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen Passat | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Volkswagen | Smart |
Model | Passat | ForFour |
Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.9 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |