2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2007 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 2100 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2007 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Smart |
| Model | E | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 33 L |
