2005 MCC Smart vs. 2004 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,123 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MCC Smart (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 90 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 Peugeot 206, 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 (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MCC Smart | 2004 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | MCC | Peugeot |
| Model | Smart | 206 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3200 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
