2002 MCC Smart vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 MCC Smart would be higher. At 797 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MCC Smart (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 25 kg more than 2002 MCC Smart.
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 MCC Smart (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC Smart | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | MCC | Smart |
| Model | Smart | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 19.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 22 L |
