2009 Ford F-250 vs. 2002 Smart ForFour

To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Smart ForFour weights approximately 4 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.

Because 2009 Ford F-250 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 2009 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Smart ForFour, 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, 2009 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForFour. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForFour. 2002 Smart ForFour has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2009 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Smart ForFour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford F-250 2002 Smart ForFour
Make Ford Smart
Model F-250 ForFour
Year Released 2009 2002
Body Type Pickup Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5400 cc 1332 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 495 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 966 kg 970 kg
Vehicle Length 5770 mm 3760 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1930 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3490 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.1 L/100km 5.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 144 L 47 L


 

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