2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 282 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Ford Falcon (409 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. (185 Nm). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | Smart | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |
