2000 Smart Roadster vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 6 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Smart Roadster | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Smart | Toyota |
Model | Roadster | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |