2006 Smart ForTwo vs. 2004 Ford Lynx
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Lynx would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Lynx (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Lynx should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Lynx weights approximately 295 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Lynx, 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, 2004 Ford Lynx (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForTwo | 2004 Ford Lynx | |
| Make | Smart | Ford |
| Model | ForTwo | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2620 mm |
