1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 2004 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2004 Opel Tigra 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Tigra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Tigra weights approximately 515 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 Opel Tigra, 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 Opel Tigra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Tigra 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 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | MCC | Opel |
| Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.2 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 45 L |
