2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2008 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2008 Smart Roadster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet SSR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet SSR would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine.
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 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Smart Roadster. 2008 Smart Roadster has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet SSR has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet SSR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Smart Roadster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2008 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
| Model | SSR | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 35 L |
