2003 MCC Smart vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 7 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 399 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, 2010 Honda Civic, 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, 2010 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2003 MCC Smart | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | MCC | Honda |
Model | Smart | Civic |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4300 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1219 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |