2005 Smart Coupe vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Smart Coupe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Carina weights approximately 395 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Toyota Carina (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe. 2005 Smart Coupe has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Smart Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Smart Coupe | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Smart | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1125 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2590 mm |
