1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2003 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2003 Smart Roadster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (320 HP) has 239 more horse power than 2003 Smart Roadster. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2003 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 660 kg more than 2003 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 2003 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
Model | Camaro | Roadster |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 81 HP |
Torque | 468 Nm | 110 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |