2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2002 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Explorer weights approximately 2 kg more than 2002 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer 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, 2009 Ford Explorer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForFour. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 2002 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Explorer | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 47 L |
