2005 MCC Smart vs. 2011 Honda Stream
To start off, 2011 Honda Stream is newer by 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Stream weights approximately 746 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, 2011 Honda Stream, 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, 2011 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MCC Smart | 2011 Honda Stream | |
| Make | MCC | Honda |
| Model | Smart | Stream |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
