2000 Ford Falcon vs. 2004 MCC Smart
To start off, 2004 MCC Smart is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 455 kg more than 2004 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (112 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 2004 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Ford | MCC |
| Model | Falcon | Smart |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2370 mm |
