2001 MCC Smart vs. 2007 MG ZT-T
To start off, 2007 MG ZT-T is newer by 6 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 MG ZT-T (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 MG ZT-T weights approximately 1095 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, 2007 MG ZT-T (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart. 2001 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 2007 MG ZT-T has manual transmission. 2007 MG ZT-T 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 | 2007 MG ZT-T | |
| Make | MCC | MG |
| Model | Smart | ZT-T |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2600 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2750 mm |
