2005 Ford Econoline vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, both 2005 Ford Econoline and 2005 MCC Smart were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1505 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Econoline | 2005 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Ford | MCC |
| Model | Econoline | Smart |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2370 mm |
