2012 Smart ForTwo vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2012 Smart ForTwo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Jeep Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Jeep Commander would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2012 Smart ForTwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2012 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2010 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (527 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Smart ForTwo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Smart ForTwo | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Smart | Jeep |
| Model | ForTwo | Commander |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1000 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
