2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 Smart Brabus

To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz C and 2007 Smart Brabus were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Smart Brabus. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart Brabus.

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 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart Brabus. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart Brabus. 2007 Smart Brabus has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Smart Brabus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mercedes-Benz C 2007 Smart Brabus
Make Mercedes-Benz Smart
Model C Brabus
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2148 cc 999 cc
Horse Power 148 HP 98 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 219 km/hour 155 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 3760 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2510 mm


 

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