2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2005 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (186 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Smart Roadster weights approximately 103 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
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 Lotus Elise (133 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Elise | 2005 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Lotus | Smart |
Model | Elise | Roadster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 888 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 35 L |