2005 Smart Cabrio Passion vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 947 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, 2006 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 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 | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Smart | Peugeot |
| Model | Cabrio Passion | 407 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1687 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 66 L |
