2010 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ranger weights approximately 482 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 Ranger 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 Ranger. 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 Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour. 2005 Smart ForFour has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Smart ForFour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Ranger | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Ranger | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1447 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5171 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3193 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 47 L |
