1999 MCC Smart vs. 2000 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Jimny 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Jimny (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 305 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 2000 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2000 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2000 Suzuki Jimny (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 2000 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | MCC | Suzuki |
| Model | Smart | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2260 mm |
