1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, 2003 Opel Signum 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Signum (115 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 815 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 Opel Signum, 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 Opel Signum (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum 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 Opel Signum | |
| Make | MCC | Opel |
| Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | Signum |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2840 mm |
