2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, both 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer and 2005 Smart ForTwo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 1240 kg more than 2005 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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 Lancer (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Smart |
Model | Lancer | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 65.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 19.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 22 L |