2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 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 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Express 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
| Model | Express | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 35 L |
