2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey 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 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 399 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 Odyssey, 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 Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart. 2009 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2005 MCC Smart has manual transmission. 2005 MCC Smart will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Odyssey | 2005 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Honda | MCC |
| Model | Odyssey | Smart |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3469 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2370 mm |
