2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1642 kg more than 2002 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Smart ForTwo. 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 (395 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2002 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2002 Smart ForTwo 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 | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Ford | Smart |
Model | Expedition | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 100 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 65.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2447 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 22 L |