2001 Ford Think vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart
To start off, both 2001 Ford Think and 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,798 cc, 2001 Ford Think is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Think (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Think should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart weights approximately 267 kg more than 2001 Ford Think.
Because 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Think, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart (185 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Think. (183 Nm). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Think.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Think | 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Think | Smart |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1689 cc |
Engine Type | electric | electric |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 185 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1475 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |