2011 Smart ForTwo vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Vue (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2011 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 2011 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue, 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, 2010 Saturn Vue (227 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo. 2010 Saturn Vue 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. 2010 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Smart ForTwo | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Smart | Saturn |
Model | ForTwo | Vue |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 2695 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1542 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1867 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 68 L |