1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 2006 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 8 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 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 660 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 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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 | 2006 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | MCC | Porsche |
Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 4511 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.2 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 100 L |