2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2001 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 6 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 710 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2001 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Smart |
| Model | C | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 22 L |
