2002 MCC Smart vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 9 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 894 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2002 MCC Smart | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | MCC | Toyota |
Model | Smart | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 79 L |