2005 Smart Cabrio Passion vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (220 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1567 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (95 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Smart | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cabrio Passion | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2307 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 100 L |
