2003 Audi LeMans vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2003 Audi LeMans is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Audi LeMans is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi LeMans (601 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 500 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi LeMans should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Because 2003 Audi LeMans is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Smart Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi LeMans 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 Audi LeMans (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 620 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi LeMans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi LeMans | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Audi | Smart |
| Model | LeMans | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4961 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 601 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
