2006 Smart ForFour vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 883 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.
Because 2013 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus 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, 2013 Ford Taurus (475 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour. 2013 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2006 Smart ForFour has manual transmission. 2006 Smart ForFour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForFour | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Smart | Ford |
| Model | ForFour | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1467 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
