2010 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2010 Ford Falcon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Falcon weights approximately 739 kg more than 2005 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Falcon 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 Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford Falcon | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Ford | Smart |
Model | Falcon | ForFour |
Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3983 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 533 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4967 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1868 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1433 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2838 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |