1999 Ford F-150 vs. 2005 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2005 Smart Roadster is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (393 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 2005 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | F-150 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
