2006 Smart Roadster vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 565 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 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Smart Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster. 2007 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2006 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2006 Smart Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Smart Roadster | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Smart | Porsche |
Model | Roadster | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 67 L |