2002 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Elise (134 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MCC Smart weights approximately 64 kg more than 2002 Lotus Elise.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lotus Elise (175 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lotus Elise | 2003 MCC Smart | |
Make | Lotus | MCC |
Model | Elise | Smart |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |