2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 MCC Smart would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1646 kg more than 1999 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1999 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MCC |
| Model | Express | Smart |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 3.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 22 L |
