2005 MCC Smart vs. 2002 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Astra weights approximately 520 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, 2002 Opel Astra, 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, 2002 Opel Astra (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MCC Smart | 2002 Opel Astra | |
| Make | MCC | Opel |
| Model | Smart | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
