2008 Smart Roadster vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2008 Smart Roadster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Aygo would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2008 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 2008 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Aygo, 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, 2006 Toyota Aygo (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Smart Roadster. 2008 Smart Roadster has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Aygo has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Aygo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Smart Roadster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Smart Roadster | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Smart | Toyota |
| Model | Roadster | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 35 L |
