2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart
To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart would be higher. At 3,555 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 471 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (305 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. (185 Nm). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LaCrosse | Smart |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3555 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 88 L |
