2008 Smart Roadster vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ is newer by 5 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru BRZ is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2013 Subaru BRZ (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru BRZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Smart Roadster. 2008 Smart Roadster has automatic transmission and 2013 Subaru BRZ has manual transmission. 2013 Subaru BRZ 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 | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
| Make | Smart | Subaru |
| Model | Roadster | BRZ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2570 mm |
