1999 MCC Smart vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2001 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Forester (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Forester weights approximately 670 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 2001 Subaru Forester 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, 2001 Subaru Forester 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, 2001 Subaru Forester (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | MCC | Subaru |
| Model | Smart | Forester |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2530 mm |
