1999 MCC Smart vs. 2013 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-V 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda CR-V (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda CR-V weights approximately 881 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 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 2013 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | MCC | Honda |
| Model | Smart | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1601 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 3.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 58 L |
