2006 Smart Roadster vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster.
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, 2010 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2010 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 4050 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart Roadster | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Smart | Ford |
| Model | Roadster | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4050 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
