1999 MCC Smart vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 14 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 976 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 2013 Ford Escape 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, 2013 Ford Escape 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, 2013 Ford Escape (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | MCC | Ford |
| Model | Smart | Escape |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 3.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 57 L |
