2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 164 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1380 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 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | |
| Make | Land Rover | MCC |
| Model | Discovery | Smart & Pulse City Coupe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 22 L |
