2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart weights approximately 15 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (294 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. (185 Nm). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Smart | Cresta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
