2001 MCC Smart vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 MCC Smart would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 weights approximately 1009 kg more than 2001 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (441 Nm) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2001 MCC Smart | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | |
Make | MCC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Smart | E500 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1729 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2600 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2760 mm |