2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster.
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-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-350 | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Ford | Smart |
Model | E-350 | Roadster |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Van | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |