2002 MCC Smart vs. 2001 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Life would be higher. At 698 cc (3 cylinders), 2002 MCC Smart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MCC Smart (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 MCC Smart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life 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, 2002 MCC Smart (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life. 2001 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 2002 MCC Smart has manual transmission. 2002 MCC Smart will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 MCC Smart | 2001 Honda Life | |
Make | MCC | Honda |
Model | Smart | Life |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |