2007 Ford Edge vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 Ford Edge is newer by 1 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2007 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge 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, 2007 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Edge | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Edge | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 33 L |
