1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 2003 MCC Smart

To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 5 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 MCC Smart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MCC Smart (106 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MCC Smart weights approximately 255 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, 2003 MCC Smart, 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, 2003 MCC Smart (145 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm). This means 2003 MCC Smart 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 2003 MCC Smart
Make MCC MCC
Model Smart & Pulse City Coupe Smart
Year Released 1998 2003
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 599 cc 1499 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 53 HP 106 HP
Torque 80 Nm 145 Nm
Engine Bore Size 63.5 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 63 mm 84.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 720 kg 975 kg
Vehicle Length 2510 mm 3760 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 1820 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 22 L 47 L


 

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