1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1380 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 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 | 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | MCC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 4157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 71 L |
