2007 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 2000 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2000 Smart Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Smart |
| Model | Outlander | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 67 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
