2011 Ford Kuga vs. 2012 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2012 Smart ForTwo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Kuga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Kuga would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2012 Smart ForTwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 2012 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2011 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Kuga will offer significantly more control. 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 Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Smart ForTwo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Smart ForTwo. 2012 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Kuga has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Kuga will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Kuga | 2012 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Kuga | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
