2001 MCC Smart vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 9 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1635 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 2010 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 MCC Smart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 MCC Smart | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | MCC | Jeep |
| Model | Smart | Commander |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2600 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2790 mm |
