2001 MCC Smart vs. 2004 BMW 318
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 MCC Smart would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 660 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.
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, 2004 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2001 MCC Smart | 2004 BMW 318 | |
Make | MCC | BMW |
Model | Smart | 318 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2600 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2770 mm |