2004 Jaguar XK vs. 2005 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2005 Smart Roadster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 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 Jaguar XK (411 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XK | 2005 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Jaguar | Smart |
| Model | XK | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 35 L |
