2003 Smart Roadster vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2003 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2003 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 446 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 Volkswagen Polo, 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 Volkswagen Polo (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Smart Roadster | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Smart | Volkswagen |
Model | Roadster | Polo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |