2006 Honda CR-V vs. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 8 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 780 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 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | |
| Make | Honda | MCC |
| Model | CR-V | Smart & Pulse City Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 17.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 22 L |
