1999 MCC Smart vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 is newer by 12 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), 2011 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S4 weights approximately 930 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 2011 Audi S4 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, 2011 Audi S4 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, 2011 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 MCC Smart | 2011 Audi S4 | |
Make | MCC | Audi |
Model | Smart | S4 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 799 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 3.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 3.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 64 L |