2001 MCC Smart vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 575 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 Suzuki Equator 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 Suzuki Equator 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 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 MCC Smart | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | MCC | Suzuki |
| Model | Smart | Equator |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2600 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 3560 mm |
