2007 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2011 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 491 kg more than 2011 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus, 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, 2007 Ford Focus (216 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Ford | Smart |
Model | Focus | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 1867 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 33 L |