2007 Cadillac STS vs. 2002 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2002 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart Roadster.
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, 2007 Cadillac STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart Roadster. 2007 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2002 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2002 Smart Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Cadillac STS | 2002 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Cadillac | Smart |
Model | STS | Roadster |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |