2005 Audi Allroad vs. 2001 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2001 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi Allroad weights approximately 1015 kg more than 2001 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Smart Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Audi Allroad (350 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 2001 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Audi | Smart |
| Model | Allroad | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
