1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 2008 MG ZT
To start off, 2008 MG ZT 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG ZT (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG ZT weights approximately 840 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 MG ZT (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 MG ZT 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 MG ZT | |
Make | MCC | MG |
Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | ZT |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.2 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 65 L |