1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 2011 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 13 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu 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, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu, 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, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Malibu 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | MCC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 61 L |
