2003 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 650 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo. 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 2010 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2010 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Smart |
Model | Outlander | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2350 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 1867 mm |