2007 Cadillac STS vs. 2001 MCC Smart
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 6 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart.
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, 2007 Cadillac STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 2001 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Cadillac | MCC |
| Model | STS | Smart |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 2600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 1820 mm |
