2003 Smart Roadster vs. 2006 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 3 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Smart Roadster (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2006 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Smart Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Suzuki Jimny (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Smart Roadster | 2006 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Smart | Suzuki |
Model | Roadster | Jimny |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 16.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |