2005 Smart Coupe vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2005 Smart Coupe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,493 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 310 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Smart Coupe | 2004 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Smart | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Coupe | Colt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.8 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1040 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 47 L |
