1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1290 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | MCC | Toyota |
| Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 4477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.2 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 3190 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 90 L |
