2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 565 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 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | |
Make | Kia | MCC |
Model | Sorento | Smart & Pulse City Coupe |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 22 L |