1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 2005 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2005 Subaru Baja 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Baja (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 860 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 Subaru Baja 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 Subaru Baja 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 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Baja 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 Subaru Baja | |
Make | MCC | Subaru |
Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | Baja |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 64 L |