2001 MCC Smart vs. 2008 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 7 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (307 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1074 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 MCC Smart | 2008 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | MCC | Cadillac |
| Model | Smart | CTS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2600 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2890 mm |
