2005 Marcos TSO vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2005 Marcos TSO 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (400 HP) has 299 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO 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, 2005 Marcos TSO (534 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TSO | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Marcos | Smart |
| Model | TSO | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
