1999 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo
To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2013 Smart Fortwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 760 kg more than 2013 Smart Fortwo. 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E (250 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz E | 2013 Smart Fortwo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Smart |
| Model | E | Fortwo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1559 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.3 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 33 L |
