2005 Mazda MX-Flexa vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mazda MX-Flexa (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour. 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa has automatic transmission and 2006 Smart ForFour has manual transmission. 2006 Smart ForFour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Mazda | Smart |
| Model | MX-Flexa | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
