1999 MCC Smart vs. 2002 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2002 Toyota Ipsum is newer by 3 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Ipsum (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 872 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 1999 MCC Smart is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Ipsum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Toyota Ipsum (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Ipsum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 2002 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | MCC | Toyota |
| Model | Smart | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2830 mm |
