2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 2,970 cc, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (179 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2011 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 780 kg more than 2011 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Smart |
Model | Colt | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2970 cc | 1000 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 1867 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 33 L |