1999 MCC Smart vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1275 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 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | MCC | Porsche |
| Model | Smart | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 3.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 85 L |
