2008 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mustang weights approximately 295 kg more than 2002 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 Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mustang | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Ford | Smart |
Model | Mustang | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 22 L |