1999 MCC Smart vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 975 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 Mercedes-Benz C (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | MCC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Smart | C |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 21.1 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 65 L |
