2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2000 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 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2000 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2000 Smart Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Smart |
| Model | C | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
