2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2005 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2005 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 SL (720 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2005 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2005 Smart Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2005 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Smart |
Model | SL | Roadster |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |