2006 Smart ForFour vs. 2010 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac DTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2010 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour. 2010 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 2006 Smart ForFour has manual transmission. 2006 Smart ForFour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac DTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForFour | 2010 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Smart | Cadillac |
| Model | ForFour | DTS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1123 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 68 L |
