2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 9 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1030 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 2007 Dodge Dakota 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Dakota | 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | |
Make | Dodge | MCC |
Model | Dakota | Smart & Pulse City Coupe |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 22 L |