2002 MCC Smart vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 6 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 424 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC Smart | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | MCC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Smart | C |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 66 L |
