1997 Ford Maverick vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Maverick (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Maverick | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Maverick | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2388 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
