2005 MCC Smart vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, both 2005 MCC Smart and 2005 Mitsubishi Montero were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,827 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 1410 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 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 MCC Smart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero will offer significantly more control. 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 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero 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 Mitsubishi Montero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MCC Smart | 2005 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | MCC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Smart | Montero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 3827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
