1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 875 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 2007 Subaru Legacy 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | MCC | Subaru |
| Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.2 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 64 L |
