2003 MCC Smart vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 9 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 813 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, 2012 Buick Regal, 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, 2012 Buick Regal (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart. 2012 Buick Regal 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. 2012 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 MCC Smart | 2012 Buick Regal | |
Make | MCC | Buick |
Model | Smart | Regal |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2738 mm |