2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 478 kg more than 2003 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 Mustang (447 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 2003 MCC Smart | |
Make | Ford | MCC |
Model | Mustang | Smart |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 112 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |