2005 MCC Smart vs. 2005 Proton Saloon
To start off, both 2005 MCC Smart and 2005 Proton Saloon were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Proton Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Proton Saloon (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Proton Saloon weights approximately 190 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 Proton Saloon, 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 Proton Saloon (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Proton Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MCC Smart | 2005 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | MCC | Proton |
| Model | Smart | Saloon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |
