2002 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1085 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Astro | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
Model | Astro | Roadster |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 35 L |