2004 MCC Smart vs. 2004 Honda Z
To start off, both 2004 MCC Smart and 2004 Honda Z were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 696 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 MCC Smart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MCC Smart (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Z weights approximately 230 kg more than 2004 MCC Smart.
Because 2004 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 MCC Smart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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 (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z. 2004 Honda Z has automatic transmission and 2004 MCC Smart has manual transmission. 2004 MCC Smart will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MCC Smart | 2004 Honda Z | |
| Make | MCC | Honda |
| Model | Smart | Z |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
