2005 Smart Roadster vs. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 5 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Smart Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban 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. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Smart Roadster | 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Smart | Chevrolet |
| Model | Roadster | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 148 L |
