2006 Smart Roadster vs. 2005 TVR T 350
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 TVR T 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 TVR T 350 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR T 350 weights approximately 265 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.
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, 2005 TVR T 350 (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart Roadster | 2005 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Smart | TVR |
| Model | Roadster | T 350 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |
