2004 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2006 Smart ForFour (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (106 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Fiesta | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Ford | Smart |
Model | Fiesta | ForFour |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 22 L |