2001 MCC Smart vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 10 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mondeo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 856 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, 2011 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2011 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2001 MCC Smart | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | MCC | Ford |
Model | Smart | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2600 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2860 mm |