2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 567 kg more than 2001 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Smart |
Model | Eclipse | ForFour |
Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 4-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1351 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2576 mm | 2510 mm |