2009 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (216 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2006 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 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
Make | BMW | Smart |
Model | 530 | Roadster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 190 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 | 1320 kg | 965 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 | 6.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |