2004 MCC Smart vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 9 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), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 1409 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart. 2013 Dodge DURANGO 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. 2013 Dodge DURANGO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MCC Smart | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | MCC | Dodge |
| Model | Smart | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3042 mm |
