2011 Smart ForTwo vs. 2010 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Proton Gen-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Proton Gen-2 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Proton Gen-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Proton Gen-2 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Proton Gen-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Smart ForTwo | 2010 Proton Gen-2 | |
Make | Smart | Proton |
Model | ForTwo | Gen-2 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 2695 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1542 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1867 mm | 2610 mm |