2004 MCC Smart vs. 2003 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2004 MCC Smart is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MCC ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MCC ForTwo would be higher. Both 2004 MCC Smart and 2003 MCC ForTwo are equipped with a 698 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MCC Smart (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 MCC ForTwo. (49 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MCC Smart weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 MCC ForTwo. 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 MCC Smart (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC ForTwo. (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MCC Smart | 2003 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | MCC | MCC |
| Model | Smart | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1810 mm |
