2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2008 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2008 Smart ForTwo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion 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 227 more horse power than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2008 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 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 569 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2008 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Excursion | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5948 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 2730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 52 L |
