2012 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForFour. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1644 kg more than 2001 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Cadillac Escalade is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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2012 Cadillac Escalade | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Cadillac | Smart |
Model | Escalade | ForFour |
Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2619 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5662 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1857 mm | 1460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 47 L |