2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2005 Smart Roadster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 630 kg more than 2005 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Mustang (411 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 2005 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Ford | Smart |
Model | Mustang | Roadster |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4605 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 | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 110 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 67 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 888 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 35 L |