1999 MCC Smart vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 565 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, 2006 Honda Civic, 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, 2006 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
1999 MCC Smart | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | MCC | Honda |
Model | Smart | Civic |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 87.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2640 mm |