2001 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe
To start off, 2001 Jeep Wrangler 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 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jeep Wrangler (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 675 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 2001 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2001 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2001 Jeep Wrangler (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jeep Wrangler | 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | |
| Make | Jeep | MCC |
| Model | Wrangler | Smart & Pulse City Coupe |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 22 L |
