2011 Smart ForTwo vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 2 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2011 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 960 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 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Smart ForTwo | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Smart | Chevrolet |
Model | ForTwo | Equinox |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2695 mm | 4771 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1542 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1867 mm | 2857 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 71 L |