2004 Ford Mondeo vs. 2002 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2004 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mondeo (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 512 kg more than 2002 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, 2004 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mondeo | 2002 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Mondeo | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
