2003 MCC Smart vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 3 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (293 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | MCC | Mercury |
| Model | Smart | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 293 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2890 mm |
