2006 BMW 525 vs. 2003 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2003 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2003 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, 2006 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 2003 Smart Roadster | |
Make | BMW | Smart |
Model | 525 | Roadster |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |