1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 2011 Lexus CT
To start off, 2011 Lexus CT 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lexus CT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus CT (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus CT should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus CT weights approximately 700 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, 2011 Lexus CT, 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 Lexus CT (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus CT 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 Lexus CT | |
Make | MCC | Lexus |
Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | CT |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4321 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 45 L |