1999 MCC Smart vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 MCC Smart would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 1350 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | MCC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Smart | SLK |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2410 mm |
