2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1014 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. (185 Nm). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade 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 | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
| Model | Smart | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |
