2003 Smart Roadster vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 6 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 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2003 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 470 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 2009 Toyota RAV4 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (335 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster. 2009 Toyota RAV4 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. 2009 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Smart Roadster | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Smart | Toyota |
| Model | Roadster | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
