1999 MCC Smart vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1070 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 Hyundai Santa Fe, 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
1999 MCC Smart | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | MCC | Hyundai |
Model | Smart | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4676 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2700 mm |