2011 Ford Taurus vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus is newer by 6 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Taurus weights approximately 856 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.
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 Taurus (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Taurus | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Taurus | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1821 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5154 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1935 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1542 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2868 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 47 L |
