2001 Smart Roadster vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 5 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. Both 2001 Smart Roadster and 2006 Smart ForTwo are equipped with a 698 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Smart Roadster (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Smart Roadster weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Smart Roadster (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Smart Roadster | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Smart | Smart |
Model | Roadster | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
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 | 81 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 15.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 33 L |