2002 Ford Escape vs. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe
To start off, 2002 Ford Escape is newer by 4 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Escape weights approximately 750 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 2002 Ford Escape 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, 2002 Ford Escape 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, 2002 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Escape | 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | |
Make | Ford | MCC |
Model | Escape | Smart & Pulse City Coupe |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
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 | 1470 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 22 L |