2006 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, both 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander and 2006 Smart ForTwo were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,377 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 650 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander will offer significantly more control. 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 Outlander (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 2006 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2006 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Smart |
Model | Outlander | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2377 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 33 L |