2005 Smart Roadster vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (157 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster. 2009 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2005 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2005 Smart Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Smart Roadster | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Smart | Toyota |
| Model | Roadster | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
