1999 Honda Life vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,124 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 MCC Smart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MCC Smart (73 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MCC Smart weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 MCC Smart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 MCC Smart (100 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm). This means 2003 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life. 2003 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Life | 2003 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Honda | MCC |
| Model | Life | Smart |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 73 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
