2004 AC Aceca vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 3 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 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 135 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, 2004 AC Aceca (400 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. (185 Nm). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aceca | Smart |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 88 L |
