2004 Morgan Aero 8 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 Morgan Aero 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Morgan Aero 8 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 (322 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 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 Morgan Aero 8 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Morgan Aero 8 | 2005 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Morgan | Smart |
Model | Aero 8 | Roadster |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |