2004 MCC Smart vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 MCC Smart would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 441 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, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt, 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, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MCC Smart | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | MCC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Smart | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
