2005 Smart Coupe vs. 2007 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2007 Toyota Prius is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart Coupe would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Prius (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Prius weights approximately 570 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, 2007 Toyota Prius (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Smart Coupe | 2007 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Smart | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Prius |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1300 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 45 L |
