2003 MCC Smart vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 535 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.
Because 2003 MCC Smart is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (302 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MCC Smart | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | MCC | Toyota |
| Model | Smart | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |
