2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster.
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 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
Model | Lumina | Roadster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |