2003 Smart Roadster vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 2 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2003 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 429 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4, 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Smart Roadster | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Smart | Toyota |
Model | Roadster | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 224 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |