2002 MCC Smart vs. 2002 TVR Cerbera
To start off, both 2002 MCC Smart and 2002 TVR Cerbera were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 240 kg more than 2002 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 TVR Cerbera (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2002 MCC Smart | 2002 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | MCC | TVR |
Model | Smart | Cerbera |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 457 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |