2006 Smart ForTwo vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 611 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Smart ForTwo | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Smart | Ford |
Model | ForTwo | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 70 L |