1999 MCC Smart vs. 2006 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2006 Ford Falcon is newer by 7 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Falcon weights approximately 830 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, 2006 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 2006 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | MCC | Ford |
| Model | Smart | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2630 mm |
