2003 MCC Smart vs. 1999 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 340 kg more than 2003 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 MCC Smart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Nissan Rasheen (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MCC Smart | 1999 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | MCC | Nissan |
| Model | Smart | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
