2008 Ford Explorer vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 602 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Ford Explorer (344 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. (185 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Explorer | 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Explorer | Smart |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 88 L |
