2008 Smart Roadster vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2013 Ford E-Series (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Smart Roadster | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Smart | Ford |
| Model | Roadster | E-Series |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 222 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.38:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 150 L |
