1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 2009 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen CC 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Volkswagen CC, 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 Volkswagen CC (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | MCC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | CC |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 70 L |
