1999 MCC Smart vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 852 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, 2003 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (326 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | MCC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Smart | Passat |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 21.1 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 3.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 62 L |
