2005 MCC Smart vs. 2006 BMW 535
To start off, 2006 BMW 535 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 MCC Smart would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 535 weights approximately 920 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart. 2006 BMW 535 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. 2006 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 MCC Smart | 2006 BMW 535 | |
Make | MCC | BMW |
Model | Smart | 535 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2890 mm |