2005 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion
To start off, both 2005 BMW 525 and 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (225 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 1020 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, 2005 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 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 2005 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 525 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:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion | |
| Make | BMW | Smart |
| Model | 525 | Cabrio Passion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 33 L |
