1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1131 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | MCC | SsangYong |
Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | Rexton |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 2873 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.2 seconds | 16.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 80 L |