2006 Acura MDX vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 1 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 845 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, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Acura | Smart |
| Model | MDX | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 33 L |
