2003 MCC Smart vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 8 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 884 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart. 2011 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2003 MCC Smart has manual transmission. 2003 MCC Smart will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MCC Smart | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | MCC | Ford |
| Model | Smart | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2838 mm |
