2006 Mitsubishi Grandis vs. 2007 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 Smart ForTwo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2007 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis, 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart ForTwo. 2007 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis has manual transmission. 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Mitsubishi Grandis | 2007 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Smart |
Model | Grandis | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 33 L |