2005 Morgan 4 vs. 2003 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2005 Morgan 4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2003 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 Morgan 4 (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Morgan 4 | 2003 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Morgan | Smart |
| Model | 4 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
