1999 MCC Smart vs. 2011 Ford E-350
To start off, 2011 Ford E-350 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-350 weights approximately 2130 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, 2011 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 2011 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | MCC | Ford |
| Model | Smart | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3505 mm |
