2006 Smart Roadster vs. 2008 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 2 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 465 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 2008 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2008 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2008 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart Roadster | 2008 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Smart | Toyota |
| Model | Roadster | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 87 L |
