1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 405 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 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, 2009 Mini Cooper, 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper 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 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | MCC | Mini |
| Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| 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 | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.2 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 50 L |
