2002 MCC Smart vs. 2009 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Seat Altea is newer by 7 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Altea weights approximately 574 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.
Because 2002 MCC Smart is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Seat Altea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Seat Altea (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC Smart | 2009 Seat Altea | |
| Make | MCC | Seat |
| Model | Smart | Altea |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
