1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 10 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 930 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | MCC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | E |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.2 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 65 L |
