2003 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Astro 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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster.
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, 2003 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Astro | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
Model | Astro | Roadster |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |