2005 Smart Cabrio Passion vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour 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 1,467 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForFour weights approximately 350 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 Smart ForFour (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour 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 Smart ForFour has manual transmission. 2006 Smart ForFour 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 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Smart | Smart |
| Model | Cabrio Passion | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1090 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 50 L |
