2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1480 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 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MCC |
| Model | Avalanche | Smart & Pulse City Coupe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 22 L |
