2003 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Focus (108 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Focus weights approximately 194 kg more than 2006 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, 2003 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (92 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Focus | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Focus | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 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 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 47 L |
