2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 2004 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 1 kg more than 2004 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2009 Ford Fiesta (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Fiesta | 2004 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Ford | Smart |
Model | Fiesta | ForFour |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |