2004 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2004 Smart ForTwo
To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL and 2004 Smart ForTwo were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1210 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 705 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2004 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2004 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2004 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Smart |
| Model | SL | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 33 L |
