2011 Ford Flex vs. 2002 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2011 Ford Flex is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Flex weights approximately 1058 kg more than 2002 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, 2011 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForFour. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Flex | 2002 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Flex | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2995 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
