2003 MCC Smart vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 765 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2002 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MCC Smart | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | MCC | Xedos |
| Model | Smart | 9 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
