2009 Ford F-250 vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart Coupe 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 240 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-250 weights approximately 236 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe. 2005 Smart Coupe 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. 2005 Smart Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-250 | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | F-250 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 33 L |
