2005 Smart Coupe vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 6 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Escape weights approximately 768 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, 2011 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Smart Coupe | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Smart | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | Escape |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1498 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 66 L |
