2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2003 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango 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 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2003 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Smart Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Durango | 2003 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Dodge | Smart |
| Model | Durango | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 35 L |
