2010 Ford Explorer vs. 2004 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 6 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1096 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.
Because 2010 Ford Explorer 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 2010 Ford Explorer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2010 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Explorer | 2004 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Explorer | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2061 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4912 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2888 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 47 L |
