2007 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart Coupe would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 720 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Raider | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Smart |
| Model | Raider | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 33 L |
