2008 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,467 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 86 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2006 Smart ForFour (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Focus | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
