1999 MCC Smart vs. 2009 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 10 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 1203 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, 2009 SsangYong Stavic (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 2009 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | MCC | SsangYong |
| Model | Smart | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 21.1 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 80 L |
