2009 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2004 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 458 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 2017 kg more than 2004 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2004 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2004 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2004 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Smart |
Model | CL | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 631 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2832 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 33 L |