2000 Ford Artic vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Artic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Artic would be higher. At 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Artic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Artic (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Artic should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
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, 2000 Ford Artic (325 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Artic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo. 2000 Ford Artic has automatic transmission and 2009 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2009 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Artic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Artic | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Artic | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 33 L |
