2005 Smart Coupe vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Smart Coupe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1405 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford F-150 (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Smart Coupe | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Smart | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 2135 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 3050 mm |
