1999 MCC Smart vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 6 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, 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (144 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 220 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, 2005 Toyota Camry, 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, 2005 Toyota Camry (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | MCC | Toyota |
| Model | Smart | Camry |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 2362 cc |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 21.1 seconds | 10.6 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 | 940 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 70 L |
