2009 BMW 525 vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2000 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 525 | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
Make | BMW | Smart |
Model | 525 | Roadster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |