2003 MCC Smart vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MCC Smart would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 104 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (106 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 942 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MCC Smart | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | MCC | Mercury |
| Model | Smart | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 85 L |
