2008 Audi S4 vs. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe

To start off, 2008 Audi S4 is newer by 10 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S4 weights approximately 440 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 2008 Audi S4 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, 2008 Audi S4 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, 2008 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi S4 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe
Make Audi MCC
Model S4 Smart & Pulse City Coupe
Year Released 2008 1998
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 4163 cc 599 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 340 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 80 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 63.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 63 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.5:1
Top Speed 250 km/hour 135 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.9 seconds 17.2 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1160 kg 720 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 2510 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1520 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 1820 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.4 L/100km 4.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 18.1 L/100km 5.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 4.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 22 L


 

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