2011 Smart ForTwo vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2011 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1082 kg more than 2011 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo. 2012 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 2011 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2011 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Smart ForTwo | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Smart | SsangYong |
Model | ForTwo | Rexton |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1902 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2695 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1542 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1867 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 80 L |