2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (180 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Because 2000 Smart Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Town & Country (285 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Chrysler | Smart |
Model | Town & Country | Roadster |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 130 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |