2005 Smart Coupe vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 645 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 Yaris (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe. 2005 Smart Coupe has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Yaris 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 | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Smart | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.8 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1375 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 42 L |
