2003 Smart Roadster vs. 2001 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2003 Smart Roadster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Astra (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2003 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 465 kg more than 2003 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Smart Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Vauxhall Astra (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Smart Roadster | 2001 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Smart | Vauxhall |
Model | Roadster | Astra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |