2000 Smart Roadster vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (212 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Because 2001 Toyota Altezza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Smart Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (299 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster. 2001 Toyota Altezza 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. 2001 Toyota Altezza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Smart Roadster | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
Make | Smart | Toyota |
Model | Roadster | Altezza |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |