1999 Cadillac Seville vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 277 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart 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 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1999 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. (185 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Seville | 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Seville | Smart |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 88 L |
