2007 Acura RL vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 2 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura RL 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, 2007 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RL | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Acura | Smart |
| Model | RL | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 33 L |
