2006 Smart Roadster vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 571 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, 2007 Honda Accord, 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, 2007 Honda Accord (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Smart Roadster | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Smart | Honda |
Model | Roadster | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 97.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |