1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 11 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 606 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | MCC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | E |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.2 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 80 L |