2005 Smart ForTwo vs. 2010 Acura CSX
To start off, 2010 Acura CSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Acura CSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura CSX (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura CSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2005 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura CSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Acura CSX (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Acura CSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Smart ForTwo | 2010 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Smart | Acura |
| Model | ForTwo | CSX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2700 mm |
