2003 Smart Roadster vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 9 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2003 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Smart Roadster | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Smart | Chevrolet |
Model | Roadster | Silverado |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 98 L |