2005 Mazda 2 vs. 2005 Smart Roadster
To start off, both 2005 Mazda 2 and 2005 Smart Roadster were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart Roadster (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 2 weights approximately 272 kg more than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Because 2005 Smart Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 2 | 2005 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Mazda | Smart |
| Model | 2 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
