2009 Honda Civic vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 MCC Smart would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 692 kg more than 2005 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic, 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 Civic (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2005 MCC Smart | |
Make | Honda | MCC |
Model | Civic | Smart |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |