2005 Smart ForTwo vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Smart ForTwo | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Smart | Cadillac |
Model | ForTwo | CTS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 68 L |