2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2001 MCC Smart
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 8 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 971 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Durango | 2001 MCC Smart | |
Make | Dodge | MCC |
Model | Durango | Smart |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 2600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 1820 mm |