2003 Smart Roadster vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo should accelerate faster than 2003 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 540 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo, 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (180 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo has automatic transmission and 2003 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2003 Smart Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Smart Roadster | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
Make | Smart | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Roadster | Vaneo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |