2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 5 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 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Charade (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
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, 2003 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 2003 Daihatsu Charade (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | |
| Make | Daihatsu | MCC |
| Model | Charade | Smart & Pulse City Coupe |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 17.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.1 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 22 L |
