1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2005 Smart Roadster is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2005 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Explorer | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |
