2008 Ford Taurus vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2008 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus will offer significantly more control. 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 Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo. 2008 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2009 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2009 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Taurus | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 33 L |
