2005 Smart Coupe vs. 2003 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2005 Smart Coupe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Zafira (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 660 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, 2003 Vauxhall Zafira (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe. 2005 Smart Coupe has automatic transmission and 2003 Vauxhall Zafira has manual transmission. 2003 Vauxhall Zafira 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 | 2003 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Smart | Vauxhall |
| Model | Coupe | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1390 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2700 mm |
