1999 Citroen Saxo vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, both 1999 Citroen Saxo and 1999 MCC Smart were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Saxo (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Saxo weights approximately 85 kg more than 1999 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 MCC Smart 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 1999 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Saxo, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 MCC Smart (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Saxo. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1999 Citroen Saxo has manual transmission. 1999 Citroen Saxo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Saxo | 1999 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Citroen | MCC |
| Model | Saxo | Smart |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 22 L |
