2007 Honda Element vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Because 2000 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 2000 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Honda | Smart |
| Model | Element | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
