2005 Smart Coupe vs. 2004 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Smart Coupe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,123 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Smart ForFour (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Smart ForFour weights approximately 235 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, 2004 Smart ForFour (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe. 2005 Smart Coupe has automatic transmission and 2004 Smart ForFour has manual transmission. 2004 Smart ForFour 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 | 2004 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Smart | Smart |
| Model | Coupe | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 965 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 47 L |
