1999 MCC Smart vs. 2004 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2004 Smart ForFour 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 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Smart ForFour weights approximately 250 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, 2004 Smart ForFour, 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, 2004 Smart ForFour (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 2004 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | MCC | Smart |
| Model | Smart | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 21.1 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 47 L |
