2006 BMW 318 vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2006 BMW 318 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MCC Smart would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 318 weights approximately 825 kg more than 2003 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 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 318 | 2003 MCC Smart | |
| Make | BMW | MCC |
| Model | 318 | Smart |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
