2009 Ford Focus vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 MCC Smart would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 634 kg more than 2005 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 MCC Smart 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 2005 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus, 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 Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2005 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Ford | MCC |
| Model | Focus | Smart |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2370 mm |
