2006 Lexus LX vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, 2006 Lexus LX 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus LX (275 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus LX weights approximately 817 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 Lexus LX (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus LX | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Lexus | Smart |
| Model | LX | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 33 L |
