2001 MCC Smart vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 5 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), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 564 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, 2006 Opel Astra, 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, 2006 Opel Astra (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 MCC Smart | 2006 Opel Astra | |
| Make | MCC | Opel |
| Model | Smart | Astra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| 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 | 170 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 | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2600 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2620 mm |
