2009 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 MCC Smart
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 MCC Smart would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mustang weights approximately 2046 kg more than 2002 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 Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mustang | 2002 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Ford | MCC |
| Model | Mustang | Smart |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 35 L |
