1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2000 Smart Roadster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster.
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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (185 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Smart |
| Model | CLK | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |
