1999 GAZ 3110 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 GAZ 3110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GAZ 3110 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GAZ 3110 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 535 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 GAZ 3110 (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster. 2006 Smart Roadster has automatic transmission and 1999 GAZ 3110 has manual transmission. 1999 GAZ 3110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Smart Roadster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GAZ 3110 | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | GAZ | Smart |
| Model | 3110 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2370 mm |
