2004 MCC Smart vs. 2010 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2010 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 6 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 1200 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 2010 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 MCC Smart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2010 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart. 2010 Subaru Tribeca 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. 2010 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MCC Smart | 2010 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | MCC | Subaru |
| Model | Smart | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2748 mm |
