2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 865 kg more than 2000 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram 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 Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Dodge | Smart |
| Model | Ram | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
