2009 Smart ForTwo vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (168 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2009 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2009 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Smart ForTwo | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Smart | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | ForTwo | E |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1000 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 80 L |
