2005 Smart Cabrio Passion vs. 2006 Renault Logan
To start off, 2006 Renault Logan 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Logan (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Logan should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Logan weights approximately 315 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 Renault Logan (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Logan has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Logan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion | 2006 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Smart | Renault |
| Model | Cabrio Passion | Logan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1055 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 50 L |
