2006 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 359 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider 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 Raider (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Raider | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Smart |
| Model | Raider | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 22 L |
