2009 Ford F-350 vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MCC Smart would be higher. At 5,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-350 weights approximately 236 kg more than 2003 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 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 2003 MCC Smart | |
Make | Ford | MCC |
Model | F-350 | Smart |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5398 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2370 mm |