2005 Ford Escape vs. 2002 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2002 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 585 kg more than 2002 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Smart Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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 Escape (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2002 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Escape | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
