1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 830 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | MCC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | C |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| 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 | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3 : 1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.2 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1997 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
