2000 Smart Roadster vs. 2009 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 9 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Smart Roadster (101 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz.
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, 2009 Honda Jazz, 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 Smart Roadster (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz. 2009 Honda Jazz 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. 2009 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Smart Roadster | 2009 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Smart | Honda |
| Model | Roadster | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
