2001 Smart Roadster vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Korando is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2001 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart Roadster.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Smart Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Smart Roadster | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Smart | SsangYong |
| Model | Roadster | Korando |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
