1999 MCC Smart vs. 2000 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2000 Toyota Bandeirante 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 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 1070 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 Toyota Bandeirante 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 Toyota Bandeirante 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 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Bandeirante 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 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Bandeirante 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 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | MCC | Toyota |
| Model | Smart | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2290 mm |
