2006 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2001 MCC Smart
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 MCC Smart would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 1015 kg more than 2001 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 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar S-Type | 2001 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Jaguar | MCC |
| Model | S-Type | Smart |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 2600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 1820 mm |
