1999 MCC Smart vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 8 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 750 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
1999 MCC Smart | 2007 Mitsubishi Raider | |
Make | MCC | Mitsubishi |
Model | Smart | Raider |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 5590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3340 mm |