2001 MCC Smart vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2001 MCC Smart and 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 580 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 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 MCC Smart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 MCC Smart | 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | MCC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Smart | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 95.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2600 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2460 mm |
