2002 MCC Smart vs. 2002 TVR T 350
To start off, both 2002 MCC Smart and 2002 TVR T 350 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 T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 TVR T 350 weights approximately 414 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 T 350 (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 TVR T 350 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 T 350 | |
Make | MCC | TVR |
Model | Smart | T 350 |
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 | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 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 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |