2002 Smart Roadster vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2002 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 470 kg more than 2002 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Smart Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Smart Roadster | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Smart | Toyota |
Model | Roadster | Highlander |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |