2011 Smart ForTwo vs. 2011 Peugeot 508
To start off, both 2011 Smart ForTwo and 2011 Peugeot 508 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Peugeot 508 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 508 (161 HP) has 91 more horse power than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 508 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, 2011 Peugeot 508, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Smart ForTwo | 2011 Peugeot 508 | |
| Make | Smart | Peugeot |
| Model | ForTwo | 508 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1000 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 161 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 2695 mm | 4792 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1853 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1542 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1867 mm | 2817 mm |
