2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart.
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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ | 1999 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Jaguar | MCC |
| Model | XJ | Smart |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2280 mm |
