1999 MCC Smart vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2001 Toyota Condor 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Condor (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Condor should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 726 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, 2001 Toyota Condor (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Condor has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Condor 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 | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
Make | MCC | Toyota |
Model | Smart | Condor |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1426 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2540 mm |