2005 Smart Coupe vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 600 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Smart Coupe | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Smart | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.8 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1330 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 17.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 55 L |
