2005 Smart Coupe vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 7 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 (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 670 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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Smart Coupe | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Smart | Volkswagen |
| Model | Coupe | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1400 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 55 L |
