2010 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo
To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2013 Smart Fortwo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Smart |
| Model | SL | Fortwo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1298 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 33 L |
