2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2002 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2046 kg more than 2002 Smart ForFour. 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 2002 Smart ForFour. 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 (475 Nm) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForFour. (126 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 2002 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Ford | Smart |
Model | Excursion | ForFour |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 126 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3016 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 47 L |