1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 2005 Saab 9-2x
To start off, 2005 Saab 9-2x is newer by 7 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 1,997 cc, 2005 Saab 9-2x is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 9-2x (227 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 9-2x should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 9-2x weights approximately 722 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 2005 Saab 9-2x 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, 2005 Saab 9-2x 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, 2005 Saab 9-2x (294 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm). This means 2005 Saab 9-2x 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 | 2005 Saab 9-2x | |
Make | MCC | Saab |
Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | 9-2x |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 60 L |