2002 Smart ForTwo vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 2025 kg more than 2002 Smart ForTwo. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC has automatic transmission and 2002 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2002 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Smart ForTwo | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC | |
| Make | Smart | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | ForTwo | CLC |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20.1 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 62 L |
