2003 Smart Roadster vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 8 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (263 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2003 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2003 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 875 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.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Smart Roadster | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Smart | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Roadster | C |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |