2005 Smart Coupe vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2005 Smart Coupe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 1274 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 Volkswagen Caddy (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Smart Coupe | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Smart | Volkswagen |
| Model | Coupe | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 17.9 seconds |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 2004 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 60 L |
