1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 2013 Dodge AVENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge AVENGER is newer by 15 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge AVENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge AVENGER (279 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge AVENGER should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge AVENGER weights approximately 916 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, 2013 Dodge AVENGER, 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, 2013 Dodge AVENGER (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge AVENGER 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 | 2013 Dodge AVENGER | |
Make | MCC | Dodge |
Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | AVENGER |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1636 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4892 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2064 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2765 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 64 L |