2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 740 kg more than 2005 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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 F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-150 | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Ford | Smart |
Model | F-150 | ForFour |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 47 L |