2005 MCC Smart vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 MCC Smart would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac STS weights approximately 1072 kg more than 2005 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, 2010 Cadillac STS (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart. 2010 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2005 MCC Smart has manual transmission. 2005 MCC Smart will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MCC Smart | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | MCC | Cadillac |
| Model | Smart | STS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2957 mm |
