2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 11 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 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 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 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:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | |
| Make | Kia | MCC |
| Model | Sorento | Smart & Pulse City Coupe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 17.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 22 L |
