2000 Honda Civic vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 340 kg more than 2005 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 MCC Smart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic 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, 2000 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart. 2000 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2005 MCC Smart has manual transmission. 2005 MCC Smart will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2005 MCC Smart | |
Make | Honda | MCC |
Model | Civic | Smart |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |