2000 Holden Commodore 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 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Commodore weights approximately 880 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 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Holden Commodore | 2003 MCC Smart | |
Make | Holden | MCC |
Model | Commodore | Smart |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |