2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2689 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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 Excursion (759 Nm) has 664 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2000 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2000 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Excursion | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5948 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 33 L |
