2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Excursion | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 81.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 33 L |
