2005 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 5 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (144 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Because 2005 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Smart Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Terracan | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Hyundai | Smart |
| Model | Terracan | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
