How do smart cars differ from other cars?

Question

Besides being the smallest car on the road, what are the other differences?

Answer 1

Everything about them is small, engine, wheelbase etc.

In the States, a Smart car will be a novelty for a short time but if they really want to make a real difference they need to import the diesel version which can also be run on Bio-fuel, now they would be worth having and at over 50-60 m.p.g. on a renewable resource, that would be Smart!

Answer 2

more plastics and composite materials used.

Answer 3

They are more fuel efficient. Also, they can self-park, and are more compact. Also, they fit 3 people.

Answer 4

That's really pretty much it.  The Smart car is small and made of lightweight materials.  The smaller and lighter the car, the better the mileage efficiency.  It's a pretty simple and basic concept.

Answer 5

over a five year period they cost about $50.00 more per month to own.

Answer 6

The main thing is the weight. the heavier the more energy to move it.

Answer 7

higher iq

Answer 8

They are smaller and more efficient as a result, but they are not alternative fuel. However, there is an electric version out soon.

Answer 9

Smart cars are about marketing and fashion;

The Tango http://www.commutercars.com/ is smaller and much more environmentally friendly and quicker too.

Answer 10

They are uglier

They are not as comfortable

They are over priced.