2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 SLK (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Smart |
| Model | SLK | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 22 L |
