2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 MCC Smart would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 2005 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Ford | MCC |
| Model | Ranger | Smart |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |
