2008 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2004 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,493 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Smart ForFour (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 100 kg more than 2004 Smart ForFour.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (160 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mitsubishi Colt | 2004 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Smart |
Model | Colt | ForFour |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.7 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 47 L |