2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 811 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Mondeo | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 33 L |
