2006 Smart Roadster vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 3 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 530 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, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster. 2009 Honda Accord 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. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart Roadster | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Smart | Honda |
| Model | Roadster | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |
