2005 Honda Accord vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, both 2005 Honda Accord 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 681 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 Honda Accord, 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 Honda Accord (287 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (112 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2005 MCC Smart has manual transmission. 2005 MCC Smart will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 2005 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Honda | MCC |
| Model | Accord | Smart |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2370 mm |
