2001 MCC Smart vs. 2007 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2007 Opel Tigra 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Tigra (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Tigra weights approximately 545 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, 2007 Opel Tigra, 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, 2007 Opel Tigra (166 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 MCC Smart | 2007 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | MCC | Opel |
| Model | Smart | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2600 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2500 mm |
