2002 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2005 Smart Roadster

To start off, 2005 Smart Roadster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP) has 201 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1552 kg more than 2005 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Smart Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (439 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm). This means 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2005 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2005 Smart Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Land Rover Range Rover 2005 Smart Roadster
Make Land Rover Smart
Model Range Rover Roadster
Year Released 2002 2005
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 4398 cc 698 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 282 HP 81 HP
Torque 439 Nm 110 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 2440 kg 888 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 3430 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1200 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2370 mm


 

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