2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2001 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 970 kg more than 2001 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 2001 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Smart |
| Model | CTS | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3173 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 33 L |
