2004 MCC Smart vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 MCC Smart would be higher. At 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 980 kg more than 2004 MCC 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2004 MCC Smart has manual transmission. 2004 MCC Smart will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 MCC Smart | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | MCC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Smart | CLS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2875 mm |