2006 Smart Roadster vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Element weights approximately 767 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, 2010 Honda Element, 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 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Smart Roadster | 2010 Honda Element | |
Make | Smart | Honda |
Model | Roadster | Element |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4328 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |