1999 MCC Smart vs. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 13 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1873 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, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | MCC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Smart | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3302 mm |
