1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Subaru Forester 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Forester weights approximately 665 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 2004 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | MCC | Subaru |
| Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | Forester |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 60 L |
