2000 Oldsmobile SS vs. 2000 Smart Roadster

To start off, both 2000 Oldsmobile SS and 2000 Smart Roadster were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster.

Because 2000 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 2000 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile SS, 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 Oldsmobile SS (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster. 2000 Oldsmobile SS has automatic transmission and 2000 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2000 Smart Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Oldsmobile SS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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