1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 2005 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2005 Saturn Relay 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn Relay (200 HP) has 147 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Relay weights approximately 1390 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 Saturn Relay 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 Saturn Relay 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 Saturn Relay (299 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn Relay 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 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | MCC | Saturn |
| Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | Relay |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 95 L |
