2011 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo
To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 650 kg more than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Because 2013 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 2013 Smart Fortwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | 2013 Smart Fortwo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Smart |
| Model | Jetta | Fortwo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4557 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1559 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 33 L |
