1999 MCC Smart vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 5 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 973 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | MCC | Jaguar |
| Model | Smart | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2920 mm |
