2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 2 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 390 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, 2000 Citroen Xsara, 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, 2000 Citroen Xsara (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | |
Make | Citroen | MCC |
Model | Xsara | Smart & Pulse City Coupe |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 63 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1820 mm |