2006 Smart ForFour vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForFour weights approximately 245 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 Smart ForFour (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe. 2005 Smart Coupe has automatic transmission and 2006 Smart ForFour has manual transmission. 2006 Smart ForFour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Smart Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForFour | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Smart | Smart |
| Model | ForFour | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 15.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 33 L |
