2008 Smart Roadster vs. 2008 Honda Stream
To start off, both 2008 Smart Roadster and 2008 Honda Stream were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Stream 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, 2008 Honda Stream, 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 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Smart Roadster | 2008 Honda Stream | |
Make | Smart | Honda |
Model | Roadster | Stream |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 154 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |