2005 Smart Coupe vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 494 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 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Smart Coupe | 2009 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Smart | Volkswagen |
Model | Coupe | Touran |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1224 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 60 L |