2008 BMW X3 vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 8 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 880 kg more than 2000 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 BMW X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster. 2008 BMW X3 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. 2008 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 BMW X3 | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
Make | BMW | Smart |
Model | X3 | Roadster |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |