2005 Smart ForTwo vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 5,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (653 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 593 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 995 kg more than 2005 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (856 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 761 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Smart ForTwo | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Smart | Ford |
Model | ForTwo | Mustang |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 5800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 653 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 856 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 61 L |