2005 Peugeot 407 vs. 2005 Smart Roadster
To start off, both 2005 Peugeot 407 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 667 kg more than 2005 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Peugeot 407, 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 Peugeot 407 (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 407 | 2005 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Peugeot | Smart |
| Model | 407 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 35 L |
