2005 MCC Smart vs. 2005 Audi TT
To start off, both 2005 MCC Smart and 2005 Audi TT were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 460 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, 2005 Audi TT, 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 Audi TT (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart. 2005 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 2005 MCC Smart has manual transmission. 2005 MCC Smart will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 MCC Smart | 2005 Audi TT | |
Make | MCC | Audi |
Model | Smart | TT |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |