2005 Smart Roadster vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 679 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Smart Roadster | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Smart | Volkswagen |
Model | Roadster | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 888 kg | 1567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |