2001 Smart Roadster vs. 2000 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2001 Smart Roadster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Bora (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 375 kg more than 2001 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Bora, 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 Volkswagen Bora (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Smart Roadster | 2000 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Smart | Volkswagen |
| Model | Roadster | Bora |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
