2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2001 MCC Smart
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 MCC Smart would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1074 kg more than 2001 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart. 2001 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 2006 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2006 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 2001 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Cadillac | MCC |
| Model | CTS | Smart |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 63 mm |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 2600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 1820 mm |
