1999 MCC Smart vs. 2006 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2006 Kia Amanti 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Amanti (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Amanti weights approximately 1104 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 Kia Amanti, 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 Kia Amanti (298 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm). This means 2006 Kia Amanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 2006 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | MCC | Kia |
| Model | Smart | Amanti |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 3.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 70 L |
