2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 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 4,200 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 751 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-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Smart ForFour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | F-250 | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1124 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 47 L |
