2005 MCC Smart vs. 2004 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MCC Smart (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Corsa weights approximately 176 kg more than 2005 MCC Smart.
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, 2004 Opel Corsa, 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 MCC Smart (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MCC Smart | 2004 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | MCC | Opel |
| Model | Smart | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |
