1999 MCC Smart vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1556 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | MCC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Smart | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2893 mm |
