2003 MCC Smart vs. 2000 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Safrane weights approximately 705 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 2003 MCC Smart 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. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Renault Safrane, 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, 2000 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart. 2000 Renault Safrane has automatic transmission and 2003 MCC Smart has manual transmission. 2003 MCC Smart will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Renault Safrane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MCC Smart | 2000 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | MCC | Renault |
| Model | Smart | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2770 mm |
