2005 MCC Smart vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MCC Smart would be higher. Both 2005 MCC Smart and 2003 MCC Smart are equipped with a 698 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 60 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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 MCC Smart (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MCC Smart | 2003 MCC Smart | |
| Make | MCC | MCC |
| Model | Smart | Smart |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
