1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX 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 599 cc (3 cylinders), 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 1175 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.
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 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX | |
Make | MCC | Lexus |
Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | RX |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.2 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |