2003 MCC Smart vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart.
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, 2012 Dodge Ram (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MCC Smart | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | MCC | Dodge |
| Model | Smart | Ram |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2900 mm |
