2001 Smart ForTwo vs. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion
To start off, 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 798 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Smart ForTwo (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion has automatic transmission and 2001 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2001 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Smart ForTwo | 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion | |
| Make | Smart | Smart |
| Model | ForTwo | Cabrio Passion |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 798 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 33 L |
