2005 Lexus RX vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, both 2005 Lexus RX and 2005 Smart Coupe were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus RX (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus RX weights approximately 1114 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, 2005 Lexus RX (328 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm). This means 2005 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus RX | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Lexus | Smart |
| Model | RX | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1844 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 33 L |
