2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 MCC Smart would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1623 kg more than 1999 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 MCC Smart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Ram (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1999 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Dodge | MCC |
| Model | Ram | Smart |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 3.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 22 L |
