1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol 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 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 609 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 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | MCC | Nissan |
Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | Patrol |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 4758 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.2 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 135 L |