2001 MCC Smart vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira is newer by 4 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Zafira (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 678 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, 2005 Opel Zafira, 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, 2005 Opel Zafira (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2001 MCC Smart | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
Make | MCC | Opel |
Model | Smart | Zafira |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 88.2 mm |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2600 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2620 mm |