1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | MCC | Peugeot |
| Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | 405 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.2 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 70 L |
