2003 Smart Roadster vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 4 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2003 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster. 2007 BMW 525 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. 2007 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Smart Roadster | 2007 BMW 525 | |
Make | Smart | BMW |
Model | Roadster | 525 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |