2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Smart Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition (475 Nm) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2000 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2000 Smart Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford Expedition | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Ford | Smart |
Model | Expedition | Roadster |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 130 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |