2005 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion

To start off, both 2005 Ford Focus and 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 558 kg more than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Focus (171 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (95 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Focus 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion
Make Ford Smart
Model Focus Cabrio Passion
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Size 1998 cc 697 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 136 HP 60 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 171 Nm 95 Nm
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1298 kg 740 kg
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 1820 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 4.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 33 L


 

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