2008 Mazda 5 vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 weights approximately 295 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.
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, 2008 Mazda 5, 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, 2008 Mazda 5 (202 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster. 2008 Mazda 5 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 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 5 | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Mazda | Smart |
| Model | 5 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
