2005 Smart ForTwo vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 8 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), 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (237 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 1360 kg more than 2005 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Smart ForTwo | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
| Make | Smart | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | ForTwo | M |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 15.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.8 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2915 mm |
