1999 MCC Smart vs. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 1999 MCC Smart and 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara (141 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 685 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 MCC Smart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara (212 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 MCC Smart | 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | MCC | Suzuki |
| Model | Smart | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 65 L |
