2006 Ford E-250 vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-250 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2000 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, 2006 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-250 | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Ford | Smart |
Model | E-250 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |