2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper 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 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 803 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.
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 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 625 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 2006 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2006 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 1999 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Dodge | MCC |
| Model | Viper | Smart |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 21.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 3.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 22 L |
