2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 570 kg more than 2003 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Mondeo | 2003 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Ford | MCC |
| Model | Mondeo | Smart |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
