2003 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1220 kg more than 2005 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, 2003 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Astro | 2005 MCC Smart | |
Make | Chevrolet | MCC |
Model | Astro | Smart |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |