2009 Honda Accord vs. 2004 MCC Smart
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 MCC Smart would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 309 kg more than 2004 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 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 (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2004 MCC Smart has manual transmission. 2004 MCC Smart will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Honda Accord | 2004 MCC Smart | |
Make | Honda | MCC |
Model | Accord | Smart |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2370 mm |