2006 Smart Roadster vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 685 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 Toyota Corolla, 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 Toyota Corolla (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster. 2006 Smart Roadster has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Smart | Toyota |
| Model | Roadster | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
