1999 MCC Smart vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge 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 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Edge (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 1863 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, 2010 Ford Edge, 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, 2010 Ford Edge (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 2010 Ford Edge | |
| Make | MCC | Ford |
| Model | Smart | Edge |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 2583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 132 L |
