1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 725 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 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | MCC | Toyota |
| Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 94 mm |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.2 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 57 L |
