2005 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Prizm and 2005 MCC Smart were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 360 kg more than 2005 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm, 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, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Prizm | 2005 MCC Smart | |
Make | Chevrolet | MCC |
Model | Prizm | Smart |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |