1999 MCC Smart vs. 2010 Audi A6

To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 11 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 1170 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 2010 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 MCC Smart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.

Compare all specifications:

1999 MCC Smart 2010 Audi A6
Make MCC Audi
Model Smart A6
Year Released 1999 2010
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 599 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 53 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 80 Nm 420 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2500 RPM
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 700 kg 1870 kg
Vehicle Length 3230 mm 4915 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1854 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1461 mm
Wheelbase Size 2280 mm 2842 mm


 

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