1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 2008 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2008 Toyota RunX 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RunX weights approximately 412 kg more than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Because 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RunX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota RunX (147 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RunX 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 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | MCC | Toyota |
| Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | RunX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.2 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 60 L |
