2006 Honda FR-V vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2006 Honda FR-V 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda FR-V (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda FR-V weights approximately 646 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.
Because 2003 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 2003 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda FR-V, 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 FR-V (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda FR-V | 2003 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Honda | MCC |
| Model | FR-V | Smart |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
