2006 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, both 2006 Ford Focus and 2006 Smart ForFour were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,752 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (113 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 496 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Focus (250 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (92 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour. 2006 Smart ForFour has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Smart ForFour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Focus | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1099 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
