2006 Mazda DrifterX vs. 2005 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Mazda DrifterX 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda DrifterX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda DrifterX (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda DrifterX should accelerate faster than 2005 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 Mazda DrifterX (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda DrifterX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda DrifterX | 2005 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Mazda | Smart |
| Model | DrifterX | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |
