2008 Ford Explorer vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo

To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 2 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 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 170 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1262 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.

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 @ 3700 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (101 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 2008 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 2006 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2006 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Ford Explorer 2006 Smart ForTwo
Make Ford Smart
Model Explorer ForTwo
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 4013 cc 799 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 40 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 344 Nm 101 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2077 kg 815 kg
Vehicle Length 5350 mm 2510 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1540 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 3320 mm 1820 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 3.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 22 L


 

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