1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 2009 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2009 Saab 9-7X 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 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 9-7X (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saab 9-7X weights approximately 1421 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 2009 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Saab 9-7X will offer significantly more control. 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 Saab 9-7X (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 9-7X 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 Saab 9-7X | |
Make | MCC | Saab |
Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | 9-7X |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 4160 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 83 L |