2000 Mazda Tribute vs. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe
To start off, 2000 Mazda Tribute 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 705 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 2000 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Tribute | 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | |
Make | Mazda | MCC |
Model | Tribute | Smart & Pulse City Coupe |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 22 L |