2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2001 MCC Smart
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 MCC Smart would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1477 kg more than 2001 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2001 MCC Smart | |
Make | Chevrolet | MCC |
Model | Silverado | Smart |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 89 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 63 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2197 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 2600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 1820 mm |