1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo 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 698 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForTwo (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 85 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Smart ForTwo (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | MCC | Smart |
Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.2 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 33 L |