2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 525 kg more than 2006 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 Mercedes-Benz C (250 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Smart |
| Model | C | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 35 L |
