2006 Smart Roadster vs. 2010 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2010 Toyota RAV4 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 590 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 Toyota RAV4, 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 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster. 2010 Toyota RAV4 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. 2010 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Smart Roadster | 2010 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Smart | Toyota |
Model | Roadster | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
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 | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |