2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 207 kg more than 2001 Smart ForFour.
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 Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Fusion | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
