2005 MCC Smart vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 MCC Smart would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Focus weights approximately 645 kg more than 2005 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 MCC Smart 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 2005 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MCC Smart | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | MCC | Ford |
| Model | Smart | Focus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2045 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2649 mm |
