2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 8 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1043 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1999 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Hyundai | MCC |
| Model | Santa Fe | Smart |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 63 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |
