2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 4 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1075 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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (351 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion | |
| Make | Chrysler | Smart |
| Model | Town & Country | Cabrio Passion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 33 L |
