2006 Honda Civic vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic 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 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 1270 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 1999 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 1999 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic, 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, 2006 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 1999 MCC Smart | |
Make | Honda | MCC |
Model | Civic | Smart |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6 L/100km | 3.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 22 L |