2005 Smart Coupe vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 817 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 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Smart Coupe | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Smart | Honda |
| Model | Coupe | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1547 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 70 L |
