2005 Smart Roadster vs. 2011 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 6 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 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Jimny (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Because 2011 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2011 Suzuki Jimny 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, both vehicles can yield 110 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Smart Roadster | 2011 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Smart | Suzuki |
| Model | Roadster | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
