2009 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Because 2000 Smart Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Accord (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster. 2009 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Honda | Smart |
| Model | Accord | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
