2001 Honda Life vs. 2003 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2003 Smart Roadster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Life would be higher. At 698 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Smart Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Smart Roadster (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Smart Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life 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, 2003 Smart Roadster (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Life | 2003 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Honda | Smart |
| Model | Life | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
