1999 MCC Smart vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart.
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 Porsche Boxster (335 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 2000 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2000 Porsche Boxster 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 | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | MCC | Porsche |
| Model | Smart | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2420 mm |
