1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Juke is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Juke weights approximately 601 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 Nissan Juke, 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 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Juke 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 Nissan Juke | |
Make | MCC | Nissan |
Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | Juke |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 50 L |