1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 2002 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 307 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 307 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 460 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 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe 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 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 307, 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, 2002 Peugeot 307 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 307 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 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | MCC | Peugeot |
| Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | 307 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2620 mm |
