2003 MCC Smart vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 640 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.
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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (236 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MCC Smart | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | MCC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Smart | C |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
