2012 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo
To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2013 Smart Fortwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1001 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | 2013 Smart Fortwo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Smart |
| Model | E | Fortwo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1841 kg | 840 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 33 L |
