2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1514 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Smart Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (447 Nm) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
| Model | Silverado | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5358 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2379 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 35 L |
