2008 Ford Ranger vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 9 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 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ranger weights approximately 407 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.
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, 2008 Ford Ranger (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ranger | 1999 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Ford | MCC |
| Model | Ranger | Smart |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2280 mm |
