1999 MCC Smart vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (187 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | MCC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Smart | R |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 21.1 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 80 L |
