2001 Citroen C3 vs. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C3 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C3 weights approximately 258 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, 2001 Citroen C3, 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, 2001 Citroen C3 (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | |
| Make | Citroen | MCC |
| Model | C3 | Smart & Pulse City Coupe |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 63 mm |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.6 seconds | 17.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 22 L |
