2003 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 652 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 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe. 2005 Smart Coupe has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2003 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Smart Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Accord | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Honda | Smart |
| Model | Accord | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 33 L |
