2000 Smart ForTwo vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 720 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Galant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Galant (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo. 2010 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 2000 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2000 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Smart ForTwo | 2010 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Smart | Mitsubishi |
| Model | ForTwo | Galant |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2751 mm |
