1999 MCC Smart vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 1223 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 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 MCC Smart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
1999 MCC Smart | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
Make | MCC | Infiniti |
Model | Smart | FX |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 799 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1943 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 3.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 3.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 90 L |