2005 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 356 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 2000 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Focus (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Focus | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 67 mm |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 33 L |
