2008 Smart ForTwo vs. 2005 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2008 Smart ForTwo 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 999 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart Roadster (101 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 2008 Smart ForTwo.
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 Smart ForTwo (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster. 2008 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Smart ForTwo | 2005 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Smart | Smart |
Model | ForTwo | Roadster |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 2730 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1870 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 35 L |