2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 560 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (213 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Smart |
| Model | Outlander | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 970 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
