2005 Smart Coupe vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S80 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 1108 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 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Smart Coupe | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Smart | Volvo |
| Model | Coupe | S80 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1838 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 70 L |
