2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2007 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 Smart ForTwo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 713 kg more than 2007 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Smart ForTwo 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 2007 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar, 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 Freestar (330 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestar | 2007 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Ford | Smart |
Model | Freestar | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 33 L |