2003 MCC Smart vs. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 319 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2003 MCC Smart | 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | MCC | Mazda |
Model | Smart | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1139 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3995 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2329 mm |