2006 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Smart Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 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, 2006 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Audi | Smart |
| Model | A4 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
