2004 Ford F-250 vs. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe

To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 6 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 2219 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 2004 Ford F-250 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, 2004 Ford F-250 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (476 Nm) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford F-250 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe
Make Ford MCC
Model F-250 Smart & Pulse City Coupe
Year Released 2004 1998
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 5408 cc 599 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 260 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 476 Nm 80 Nm
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 63.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 106 mm 63 mm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 6 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2939 kg 720 kg
Vehicle Length 6250 mm 2510 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1520 mm
Vehicle Height 2060 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 3970 mm 1820 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 110 L 22 L


 

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