2001 MCC Smart vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V is newer by 11 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda CR-V (184 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda CR-V weights approximately 780 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, 2012 Honda CR-V, 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, 2012 Honda CR-V (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2001 MCC Smart | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
Make | MCC | Honda |
Model | Smart | CR-V |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2600 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2620 mm |