2003 MCC Smart 0.7 Roadster vs. 2003 MCC Smart Forfour 1.1 Softouch Plus
To start off, both 2003 MCC Smart 0.7 Roadster and 2003 MCC Smart Forfour 1.1 Softouch Plus were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,124 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 MCC Smart Forfour 1.1 Softouch Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MCC Smart 0.7 Roadster (81 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart Forfour 1.1 Softouch Plus. (73 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 MCC Smart 0.7 Roadster should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart Forfour 1.1 Softouch Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MCC Smart Forfour 1.1 Softouch Plus weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 MCC Smart 0.7 Roadster.
Because 2003 MCC Smart 0.7 Roadster 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 2003 MCC Smart 0.7 Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 MCC Smart Forfour 1.1 Softouch Plus, 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, 2003 MCC Smart 0.7 Roadster (112 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart Forfour 1.1 Softouch Plus. (100 Nm). This means 2003 MCC Smart 0.7 Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart Forfour 1.1 Softouch Plus. 2003 MCC Smart Forfour 1.1 Softouch Plus has automatic transmission and 2003 MCC Smart 0.7 Roadster has manual transmission. 2003 MCC Smart 0.7 Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 MCC Smart Forfour 1.1 Softouch Plus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 MCC Smart 0.7 Roadster | 2003 MCC Smart Forfour 1.1 Softouch Plus | |
Make | MCC | MCC |
Model | Smart | Smart |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 73 HP |
Torque | 112 Nm | 100 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |