2005 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 5,506 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1269 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm) has 705 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (95 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Smart |
| Model | SL | Cabrio Passion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 5506 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2009 kg | 740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 33 L |
