1999 MCC Smart vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 1323 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 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
1999 MCC Smart | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | MCC | Honda |
Model | Smart | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 799 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
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 | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 3.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 3.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 42 L |