2005 Smart Coupe vs. 2011 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XK 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1050 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 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Smart Coupe | 2011 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Smart | Jaguar |
| Model | Coupe | XK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1780 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 61 L |
