2009 Honda Accord vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 10 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 473 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.
Because 1999 MCC Smart is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1999 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Honda | MCC |
| Model | Accord | Smart |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 3.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 22 L |
