1999 MCC Smart vs. 2011 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2011 GMC Envoy 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 260 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1939 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 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 MCC Smart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 2011 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | MCC | GMC |
| Model | Smart | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 3.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 83 L |
