2008 Smart Roadster vs. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Smart Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Smart Roadster | 2011 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Smart | Land Rover |
Model | Roadster | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 510 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 104 L |