2005 Ford F-150 vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1684 kg more than 2002 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 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 F-150 (496 Nm) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | F-150 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2499 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 22 L |
