2008 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (121 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Smart |
| Model | C | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
