2000 Smart Roadster vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL is newer by 13 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti IPL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti IPL (343 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Infiniti IPL (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti IPL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Smart Roadster | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
Make | Smart | Infiniti |
Model | Roadster | IPL |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 343 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1823 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1406 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2850 mm |