2004 MCC Smart vs. 2011 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2011 Dacia Logan is newer by 7 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dacia Logan (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Logan weights approximately 235 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, 2011 Dacia Logan, 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, 2011 Dacia Logan (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MCC Smart | 2011 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | MCC | Dacia |
| Model | Smart | Logan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
