1999 Isuzu Rodeo vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, both 1999 Isuzu Rodeo 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Isuzu Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Isuzu Rodeo (205 HP) has 165 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Isuzu Rodeo should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Isuzu Rodeo weights approximately 908 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.
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, 1999 Isuzu Rodeo (290 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm). This means 1999 Isuzu Rodeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1999 Isuzu Rodeo has manual transmission. 1999 Isuzu Rodeo 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 Isuzu Rodeo | 1999 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Isuzu | MCC |
| Model | Rodeo | Smart |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1810 mm |
