2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestar (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2009 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 2009 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar, 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 Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo. 2005 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2009 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2009 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Freestar | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 33 L |
