2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo
To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac CTS would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 905 kg more than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
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 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 2013 Smart Fortwo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Smart |
| Model | CTS | Fortwo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1559 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 33 L |
