1999 MCC Smart vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 MCC Smart would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL (603 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 550 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1455 kg more than 1999 MCC Smart. 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 920 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | MCC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Smart | CL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 603 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2860 mm |
