2006 Smart Roadster vs. 2007 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 Smart ForTwo 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 698 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart Roadster (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart Roadster weights approximately 230 kg more than 2007 Smart ForTwo. 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, 2006 Smart Roadster (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart ForTwo. 2007 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart Roadster | 2007 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Smart | Smart |
| Model | Roadster | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 33 L |
