2001 Smart ForFour vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 345 kg more than 2001 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Smart ForFour | 2011 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Smart | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | ForFour | B |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
