2001 Audi A2 vs. 2001 MCC Smart
To start off, both 2001 Audi A2 and 2001 MCC Smart were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A2 (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A2 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2001 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 MCC Smart is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Audi A2 (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart. 2001 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A2 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A2 | 2001 MCC Smart | |
Make | Audi | MCC |
Model | A2 | Smart |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 2600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1820 mm |