2009 Dodge Challenger vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2009 Dodge Challenger 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Challenger (247 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Challenger 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 Dodge Challenger (250 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster. 2009 Dodge Challenger has automatic transmission and 2000 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2000 Smart Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Challenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Challenger | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Dodge | Smart |
| Model | Challenger | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
