2004 MCC Smart vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla

To start off, both 2004 MCC Smart and 2004 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (194 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 120 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 Toyota Corolla, 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 Toyota Corolla (260 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (112 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart.

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