1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Volvo S60 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 2,318 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 817 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 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volvo S60 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | MCC | Volvo |
| Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | S60 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 2318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.2 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 70 L |
