2005 MCC Smart vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 7 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Rio weights approximately 306 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, 2012 Kia Rio, 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, 2012 Kia Rio (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart. 2012 Kia Rio 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. 2012 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MCC Smart | 2012 Kia Rio | |
| Make | MCC | Kia |
| Model | Smart | Rio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2570 mm |
