2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 413 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Smart Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition (495 Nm) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Expedition | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 35 L |
