2000 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 3,354 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Venture (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 790 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.
Because 2006 Smart Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Venture | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
Model | Venture | Roadster |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3354 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 35 L |