2011 Smart ForTwo vs. 2012 Lexus CT
To start off, 2012 Lexus CT 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lexus CT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus CT (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus CT should accelerate faster than 2011 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus CT weights approximately 587 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 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, 2012 Lexus CT, 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, 2012 Lexus CT (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus CT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Smart ForTwo | 2012 Lexus CT | |
| Make | Smart | Lexus |
| Model | ForTwo | CT |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1000 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2695 mm | 4321 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1542 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1867 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 45 L |
