2005 Smart Roadster vs. 2012 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2012 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 7 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti QX56 (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Infiniti QX56 (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster. 2012 Infiniti QX56 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. 2012 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Smart Roadster | 2012 Infiniti QX56 | |
Make | Smart | Infiniti |
Model | Roadster | QX56 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 559 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 5291 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3076 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 98 L |