2003 MCC Smart vs. 2006 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tazz 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 1,296 cc, 2006 Toyota Tazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MCC Smart (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tazz. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tazz weights approximately 365 kg more than 2003 MCC Smart.
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 Tazz, 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, 2003 MCC Smart (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MCC Smart | 2006 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | MCC | Toyota |
| Model | Smart | Tazz |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1296 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
