2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo
To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK (182 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2013 Smart Fortwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 595 kg more than 2013 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2013 Smart Fortwo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Smart |
| Model | SLK | Fortwo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4135 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1816 mm | 1559 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2431 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 33 L |
