2000 Smart Roadster vs. 2010 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2010 Cadillac SRX is newer by 10 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac SRX (265 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1031 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, 2010 Cadillac SRX, 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, 2010 Cadillac SRX (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster. 2010 Cadillac SRX 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. 2010 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Smart Roadster | 2010 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Smart | Cadillac |
| Model | Roadster | SRX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2807 mm |
