2006 Smart Roadster vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 6 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 682 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, 2012 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, 2012 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Smart Roadster | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Smart | Honda |
Model | Roadster | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |