2009 Mazda CX-7 vs. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-7 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 Mazda CX-7 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 Mazda CX-7 (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-7 | 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | |
| Make | Mazda | MCC |
| Model | CX-7 | Smart & Pulse City Coupe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 63 mm |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 17.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 22 L |
