2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2002 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2002 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 957 kg more than 2002 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, 2004 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart Roadster. 2004 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2002 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2002 Smart Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 2002 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Chrysler | Smart |
| Model | 300 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
