2008 Ford F-450 vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster.
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 F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 771 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster. 2006 Smart Roadster has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford F-450 has manual transmission. 2008 Ford F-450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Smart Roadster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-450 | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | F-450 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 35 L |
