2005 Honda Jazz vs. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 7 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 1,246 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Jazz (77 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Jazz weights approximately 328 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 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, 2005 Honda Jazz, 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, 2005 Honda Jazz (151 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Jazz | 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | |
Make | Honda | MCC |
Model | Jazz | Smart & Pulse City Coupe |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1246 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 80 Nm |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 17.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 22 L |