2002 MCC Smart vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (376 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 605 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC Smart | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | MCC | Porsche |
| Model | Smart | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 4.8 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 | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 89 L |
