1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 2004 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 6 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 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1070 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS 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 | 2004 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | MCC | Cadillac |
| Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | CTS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 3173 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.2 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 68 L |
