2002 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion
To start off, 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 1170 kg more than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish 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 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish has manual transmission. 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish 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:
| 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Smart |
| Model | Vanquish | Cabrio Passion |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
