1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 945 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
| Model | Blazer | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
