2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo
To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2013 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 (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 2013 Smart Fortwo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Smart |
| Model | E | Fortwo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1559 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 33 L |
