2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2005 MCC Smart

To start off, both 2005 Jaguar S-Type 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 943 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.

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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Jaguar S-Type 2005 MCC Smart
Make Jaguar MCC
Model S-Type Smart
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2967 cc 698 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 235 HP 60 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 293 Nm 96 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1673 kg 730 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 3440 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1200 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2370 mm


 

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