2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo
To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2013 Smart Fortwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 880 kg more than 2013 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2013 Smart Fortwo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Smart |
| Model | E | Fortwo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1559 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 33 L |
