2005 Mazda 5 vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, both 2005 Mazda 5 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 5 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 5 weights approximately 746 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 Mazda 5 (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe. 2005 Smart Coupe has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda 5 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:
2005 Mazda 5 | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
Make | Mazda | Smart |
Model | 5 | Coupe |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 730 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 33 L |