2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 4 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1978 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe. 2005 Smart Coupe has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Defender 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:
| 2009 Land Rover Defender | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Land Rover | Smart |
| Model | Defender | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2402 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 33 L |
