2004 MCC Smart vs. 2006 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2006 Ford Falcon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 MCC Smart would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Falcon weights approximately 800 kg more than 2004 MCC Smart. 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, 2006 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2004 MCC Smart | 2006 Ford Falcon | |
Make | MCC | Ford |
Model | Smart | Falcon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |