2006 Smart Roadster vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 730 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Smart Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Omega, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (281 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster. 2006 Smart Roadster has automatic transmission and 2001 Vauxhall Omega has manual transmission. 2001 Vauxhall Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Smart Roadster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart Roadster | 2001 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Smart | Vauxhall |
| Model | Roadster | Omega |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2740 mm |
