2000 Smart Roadster vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 4 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 399 kg more than 2000 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (171 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Smart Roadster | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Smart | Volkswagen |
Model | Roadster | Golf |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 92.8 mm |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |