2003 MCC Smart vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart ForTwo would be higher. Both 2003 MCC Smart and 2000 Smart ForTwo are equipped with a 698 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Smart ForTwo (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 90 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 Smart ForTwo (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MCC Smart | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | MCC | Smart |
| Model | Smart | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1820 mm |
