1999 MCC Smart vs. 2004 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1080 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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 2004 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | MCC | Cadillac |
| Model | Smart | CTS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2950 mm |
