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


 

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