1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 9 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 910 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio 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 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | MCC | Renault |
| Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | Clio |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.2 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 55 L |
