2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 425 kg more than 2005 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2002 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Ford | Smart |
Model | Mondeo | ForFour |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |