2005 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 2,972 cc, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt (179 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 650 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Colt | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Smart |
| Model | Colt | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 696 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 970 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 35 L |
