2004 MCC Smart vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, both 2004 MCC Smart and 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 585 kg more than 2004 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 MCC Smart | 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | MCC | Mitsubishi |
Model | Smart | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 2350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2570 mm |