1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2004 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2004 Smart ForTwo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1095 kg more than 2004 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 2004 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Explorer | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 1820 mm |
