2000 MCC ForTwo 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 MCC ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 MCC ForTwo would be higher. At 799 cc (3 cylinders), 2000 MCC ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MCC Smart (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo.
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 MCC ForTwo (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 MCC ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 MCC ForTwo | 2003 MCC Smart | |
| Make | MCC | MCC |
| Model | ForTwo | Smart |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2370 mm |
