1999 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1440 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.
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 Tahoe (454 Nm) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
Model | Tahoe | Roadster |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5698 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 110 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2370 mm |