2000 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2005 Smart Roadster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Because 2000 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Smart Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Audi A4 (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 2005 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Audi | Smart |
| Model | A4 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 67 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 35 L |
