2005 MCC Smart vs. 2005 Scion xB
To start off, both 2005 MCC Smart and 2005 Scion xB were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Scion xB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Scion xB (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Scion xB should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Scion xB weights approximately 266 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 Scion xB, 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 Scion xB (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Scion xB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MCC Smart | 2005 Scion xB | |
| Make | MCC | Scion |
| Model | Smart | xB |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4200 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 | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
