2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 Smart ForTwo
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz C and 2007 Smart ForTwo 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 88 more horse power than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 860 kg more than 2007 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 (340 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart ForTwo. 2007 Smart ForTwo 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 ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2007 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Smart |
| Model | C | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 33 L |
