2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2003 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 1,306 cc, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2003 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2003 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 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda RX-8 | 2003 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Mazda | Smart |
| Model | RX-8 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1306 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
