2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
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 E (630 Nm) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2002 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2002 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Smart |
Model | E | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 507 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 630 Nm | 95 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 1820 mm |