2004 GMC Yukon vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2000 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, 2004 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster. 2004 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2000 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2000 Smart Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 GMC Yukon | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
Make | GMC | Smart |
Model | Yukon | Roadster |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2370 mm |