2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1286 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 2006 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 MCC Smart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey 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 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart. 2006 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2003 MCC Smart has manual transmission. 2003 MCC Smart will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 2003 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Honda | MCC |
| Model | Odyssey | Smart |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2106 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2370 mm |
