2003 Acura CL vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, 2005 Smart Coupe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura CL weights approximately 850 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura CL | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Acura | Smart |
| Model | CL | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 33 L |
