2005 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant (159 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 700 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 2010 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 2010 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant (220 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Galant | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Smart |
| Model | Galant | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 33 L |
