2001 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForTwo would be higher. Both 2001 Smart ForTwo and 2003 Smart Roadster are equipped with a 698 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Smart Roadster (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForTwo.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Smart ForTwo | 2003 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Smart | Smart |
| Model | ForTwo | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 35 L |
