2006 Smart Roadster vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 4 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), 2010 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 425 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.
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, 2010 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Smart Roadster | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Smart | BMW |
Model | Roadster | 118 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 51 L |