2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz C and 2006 Smart ForTwo were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 900 kg more than 2006 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Smart |
Model | C | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 698 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 511 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 33 L |