2011 Ford Flex vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo
To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Flex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Flex 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 191 more horse power than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2013 Smart Fortwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Flex weights approximately 1188 kg more than 2013 Smart Fortwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Smart Fortwo 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 2013 Smart Fortwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex, 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, 2011 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford Flex | 2013 Smart Fortwo | |
Make | Ford | Smart |
Model | Flex | Fortwo |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1559 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2995 mm | 1867 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 33 L |