2006 Rover 45 vs. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion
To start off, 2006 Rover 45 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 45 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 45 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. 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 Rover 45 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 45 | 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion | |
| Make | Rover | Smart |
| Model | 45 | Cabrio Passion |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 33 L |
