2003 MCC Smart vs. 2002 MCC Smart
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 MCC Smart would be higher. Both 2003 MCC Smart and 2002 MCC Smart are equipped with a 698 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MCC Smart (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 MCC Smart weights approximately 60 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, 2002 MCC Smart (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MCC Smart | 2002 MCC Smart | |
| Make | MCC | MCC |
| Model | Smart | Smart |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| 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 | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| 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 | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
