1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 650 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna, 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Magna 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 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | MCC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | Magna |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2730 mm |
