2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 376 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.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Smart Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
Model | Silverado | Roadster |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |