2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 3,630 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 2068 kg more than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (640 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | |
| Make | Land Rover | MCC |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | Smart & Pulse City Coupe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3630 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 640 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 17.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2788 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 22.3 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 22 L |
