2009 Infiniti M vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2009 Infiniti M 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti M weights approximately 834 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 Infiniti M (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster. 2009 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti M | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Infiniti | Smart |
| Model | M | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 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 | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
