2000 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 582 kg more than 2005 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
Model | Corvette | Roadster |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 888 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |