Worst Power To Weight Ratios

Although today many auto manufacturers are on a relentless mission to increase performance and handling through adding horsepower and/or reducing curb weight, many also have initiatives to improve (at least a share) of their lineup’s affordability.  A byproduct of these initiatives is typically a lineup with relatively low horsepower that lacks costly weight saving materials, such as carbon-fiber or aluminum.  Although some late model cars make this ‘worse power to weight ratios’ list, most of these cars are several years old since automakers progressively increase their average car’s horsepower while reducing weight in an effort to improve acceleration and top-end performance, improve agility and handling, as well as reduce fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.  The world’s worst power to weight

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2007 Smart fortwo CDI
Power to Weight 0.023 hp/lb Weight to Power 43.29 lb/hp Compare
41HP 0.8L 3 Cyl Eng. 1,775 lbs RWD Coupe
2009 Toyota Prius Touring
Power to Weight 0.026 hp/lb Weight to Power 38.58 lb/hp Compare
76HP 1.5L 4 Cyl Hybrid Eng. 2,932 lbs FWD Hatchback / Wagon
2012 Mitsubishi i-MiEV SE
Power to Weight 0.026 hp/lb Weight to Power 39.08 lb/hp Compare
66HP 2,579 lbs RWD Hatchback / Wagon
2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV ES
Power to Weight 0.026 hp/lb Weight to Power 39.08 lb/hp Compare
66HP Electric Eng. 2,579 lbs RWD Hatchback / Wagon
2023 Mercedes Sprinter 3500XD High Roof Crew Van (170" Wheelbase)
Power to Weight 0.027 hp/lb Weight to Power 36.51 lb/hp Compare
170HP 2.0L 4 Cyl Diesel Eng. 6,206 lbs RWD Van
2023 Mercedes Sprinter 4500 High Roof Crew Van (170" Wheelbase)
Power to Weight 0.027 hp/lb Weight to Power 36.38 lb/hp Compare
170HP 2.0L 4 Cyl Diesel Eng. 6,184 lbs RWD Van
1993 Volkswagen Eurovan GL
Power to Weight 0.028 hp/lb Weight to Power 35.22 lb/hp Compare
109HP 2.5L 5 Cyl Eng. 3,839 lbs FWD Van
2001 Hummer H1 Hard Top
Power to Weight 0.028 hp/lb Weight to Power 35.71 lb/hp Compare
195HP 6.5L 8 Cyl Eng. 6,964 lbs 4WD Crossover / SUV
2023 Mercedes Sprinter 3500 High Roof Crew Van (170" Wheelbase)
Power to Weight 0.028 hp/lb Weight to Power 36.25 lb/hp Compare
170HP 2.0L 4 Cyl Diesel Eng. 6,162 lbs RWD Van
1993 Dodge D350 Club Cab Long Bed
Power to Weight 0.029 hp/lb Weight to Power 34.61 lb/hp Compare
160HP 5.9L 6 Cyl Diesel Eng. 5,537 lbs RWD Truck
2012 Toyota Prius C
Power to Weight 0.029 hp/lb Weight to Power 34.25 lb/hp Compare
73HP 1.5L 4 Cyl Hybrid Eng. 2,500 lbs FWD Hatchback / Wagon
1993 Volkswagen Eurovan CL
Power to Weight 0.029 hp/lb Weight to Power 34.92 lb/hp Compare
109HP 2.5L 5 Cyl Eng. 3,806 lbs FWD Van
2000 Dodge Caravan
Power to Weight 0.029 hp/lb Weight to Power 34.00 lb/hp Compare
112HP 3.0L 6 Cyl Eng. 3,808 lbs FWD Van
2000 Dodge Caravan LE
Power to Weight 0.029 hp/lb Weight to Power 34.20 lb/hp Compare
118HP 3.3L 6 Cyl Eng. 4,035 lbs FWD Van
2023 Mercedes Sprinter 3500 High Roof Cargo Van (170" Wheelbase) Extended
Power to Weight 0.029 hp/lb Weight to Power 34.49 lb/hp Compare
170HP 2.0L 4 Cyl Diesel Eng. 5,864 lbs RWD Van
2023 Mercedes Sprinter 3500XD High Roof Cargo Van (170" Wheelbase) Extended
Power to Weight 0.029 hp/lb Weight to Power 34.49 lb/hp Compare
170HP 2.0L 4 Cyl Diesel Eng. 5,864 lbs RWD Van
2023 Mercedes Sprinter 4500 High Roof Cargo Van (170" Wheelbase) Extended
Power to Weight 0.029 hp/lb Weight to Power 34.69 lb/hp Compare
170HP 2.0L 4 Cyl Diesel Eng. 5,897 lbs RWD Van
2023 Mercedes Sprinter 4500 High Roof Cargo Van (170" Wheelbase)
Power to Weight 0.029 hp/lb Weight to Power 33.91 lb/hp Compare
170HP 2.0L 4 Cyl Diesel Eng. 5,765 lbs RWD Van
2023 Mercedes Sprinter 4500 High Roof Cargo Van (170" Wheelbase)
Power to Weight 0.029 hp/lb Weight to Power 34.24 lb/hp Compare
170HP 2.0L 4 Cyl Diesel Eng. 5,820 lbs RWD Van
1997 Volkswagen Passat TDI Wagon
Power to Weight 0.029 hp/lb Weight to Power 34.17 lb/hp Compare
90HP 4 Cyl Diesel Eng. 3,075 lbs FWD Hatchback / Wagon
2023 Mercedes Sprinter 2500 High Roof Passenger Van (170" Wheelbase)
Power to Weight 0.029 hp/lb Weight to Power 33.91 lb/hp Compare
170HP 2.0L 4 Cyl Diesel Eng. 5,765 lbs RWD Van
2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager
Power to Weight 0.029 hp/lb Weight to Power 34.26 lb/hp Compare
112HP 3.0L 6 Cyl Eng. 3,837 lbs FWD Van
1997 Geo Metro Hatchback
Power to Weight 0.030 hp/lb Weight to Power 33.31 lb/hp Compare
55HP 1.0L 3 Cyl Eng. 1,832 lbs FWD Hatchback / Wagon
2022 Mitsubishi Outlander GT S-AWC Plug-In Hybrid
Power to Weight 0.030 hp/lb Weight to Power 33.52 lb/hp Compare
126HP 2.4L 4 Cyl Hybrid Eng. 4,224 lbs 4WD Crossover / SUV
2022 Mitsubishi Outlander LE S-AWC Plug-In Hybrid
Power to Weight 0.030 hp/lb Weight to Power 33.52 lb/hp Compare
126HP 2.4L 4 Cyl Hybrid Eng. 4,224 lbs 4WD Crossover / SUV
2012 Toyota Prius V
Power to Weight 0.030 hp/lb Weight to Power 33.41 lb/hp Compare
98HP 1.8L 4 Cyl Hybrid Eng. 3,274 lbs FWD Hatchback / Wagon
2001 Hummer H1 Pickup Truck
Power to Weight 0.030 hp/lb Weight to Power 33.66 lb/hp Compare
195HP 6.5L 8 Cyl Eng. 6,564 lbs 4WD Crossover / SUV
2023 Mercedes Sprinter 3500 High Roof Cargo Van (170" Wheelbase)
Power to Weight 0.030 hp/lb Weight to Power 33.78 lb/hp Compare
170HP 2.0L 4 Cyl Diesel Eng. 5,743 lbs RWD Van
2023 Mercedes Sprinter 3500XD High Roof Cargo Van (170" Wheelbase)
Power to Weight 0.030 hp/lb Weight to Power 33.78 lb/hp Compare
170HP 2.0L 4 Cyl Diesel Eng. 5,743 lbs RWD Van
2023 Mercedes Sprinter 2500 High Roof Crew Van (170" Wheelbase)
Power to Weight 0.030 hp/lb Weight to Power 33.78 lb/hp Compare
170HP 2.0L 4 Cyl Diesel Eng. 5,743 lbs RWD Van
2019 BMW 330i xDrive Gran Turismo
Power to Weight 0.030 hp/lb Weight to Power 32.95 lb/hp Compare
248HP 2.0L 4 Cyl Eng. 8,171 lbs AWD Hatchback / Wagon
1997 Volkswagen Passat TDI
Power to Weight 0.030 hp/lb Weight to Power 33.43 lb/hp Compare
90HP 4 Cyl Diesel Eng. 3,009 lbs FWD Sedan
2023 Mercedes Sprinter 3500 Crew Van (144" Wheelbase)
Power to Weight 0.030 hp/lb Weight to Power 33.46 lb/hp Compare
170HP 2.0L 4 Cyl Diesel Eng. 5,688 lbs RWD Van
2023 Mercedes Sprinter 3500XD Crew Van (144" Wheelbase)
Power to Weight 0.030 hp/lb Weight to Power 33.39 lb/hp Compare
170HP 2.0L 4 Cyl Diesel Eng. 5,677 lbs RWD Van
2023 Mercedes Sprinter 4500 Crew Van (144" Wheelbase)
Power to Weight 0.030 hp/lb Weight to Power 33.59 lb/hp Compare
170HP 2.0L 4 Cyl Diesel Eng. 5,710 lbs RWD Van
2023 Mercedes Sprinter 2500 Passenger Van (144" Wheelbase)
Power to Weight 0.030 hp/lb Weight to Power 33.78 lb/hp Compare
170HP 2.0L 4 Cyl Diesel Eng. 5,743 lbs RWD Van
1993 Mazda B2200 Cab Plus
Power to Weight 0.030 hp/lb Weight to Power 32.82 lb/hp Compare
85HP 2.2L 4 Cyl Eng. 2,790 lbs RWD Truck
1997 Ford Aspire 4-Door
Power to Weight 0.030 hp/lb Weight to Power 33.19 lb/hp Compare
63HP 1.3L 4 Cyl Eng. 2,091 lbs FWD Sedan
2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager SE
Power to Weight 0.030 hp/lb Weight to Power 33.42 lb/hp Compare
118HP 3.3L 6 Cyl Eng. 3,943 lbs FWD Van
2000 Chevrolet Metro Hatchback
Power to Weight 0.030 hp/lb Weight to Power 33.06 lb/hp Compare
55HP 1.0L 3 Cyl Eng. 1,818 lbs FWD Hatchback / Wagon
1995 Ford Aspire SE 2-Door
Power to Weight 0.031 hp/lb Weight to Power 31.81 lb/hp Compare
63HP 1.3L 4 Cyl Eng. 2,004 lbs FWD Hatchback / Wagon
2011 Mercedes ML450 Hybrid 4MATIC
Power to Weight 0.031 hp/lb Weight to Power 32.19 lb/hp Compare
163HP 3.5L 6 Cyl Hybrid Eng. 5,247 lbs AWD Crossover / SUV
1997 Ford Aspire 2-Door
Power to Weight 0.031 hp/lb Weight to Power 32.64 lb/hp Compare
63HP 1.3L 4 Cyl Eng. 2,056 lbs FWD Coupe
1995 Chevrolet G10 Van
Power to Weight 0.031 hp/lb Weight to Power 31.79 lb/hp Compare
150HP 4.3L 6 Cyl Eng. 4,769 lbs RWD Van
1992 Isuzu Rodeo XS 4X4
Power to Weight 0.031 hp/lb Weight to Power 31.83 lb/hp Compare
120HP 3.1L 6 Cyl Eng. 3,820 lbs 4WD Crossover / SUV
1993 Geo Metro LSi Convertible
Power to Weight 0.031 hp/lb Weight to Power 31.87 lb/hp Compare
55HP 1.0L 3 Cyl Eng. 1,753 lbs FWD Convertible
2000 Chrysler Voyager SE
Power to Weight 0.031 hp/lb Weight to Power 32.64 lb/hp Compare
118HP 3.3L 6 Cyl Eng. 3,852 lbs FWD Van
1993 Mercedes 300SD
Power to Weight 0.032 hp/lb Weight to Power 31.15 lb/hp Compare
148HP 6 Cyl Diesel Eng. 4,610 lbs RWD Sedan
1995 Suzuki Samurai JL
Power to Weight 0.032 hp/lb Weight to Power 31.20 lb/hp Compare
66HP 1.3L 4 Cyl Eng. 2,059 lbs 4WD Convertible
2012 Toyota Prius
Power to Weight 0.032 hp/lb Weight to Power 31.04 lb/hp Compare
98HP 1.8L 4 Cyl Hybrid Eng. 3,042 lbs FWD Hatchback / Wagon
2000 Dodge Caravan
Power to Weight 0.032 hp/lb Weight to Power 31.58 lb/hp Compare
112HP 2.4L 6 Cyl Eng. 3,537 lbs FWD Van
2023 Mercedes Sprinter 2500 High Roof Cargo Van (170" Wheelbase) Extended
Power to Weight 0.032 hp/lb Weight to Power 31.58 lb/hp Compare
170HP 2.0L 4 Cyl Diesel Eng. 5,368 lbs RWD Van
2023 Mercedes Sprinter 2500 High Roof Cargo Van (170" Wheelbase)
Power to Weight 0.032 hp/lb Weight to Power 30.93 lb/hp Compare
170HP 2.0L 4 Cyl Diesel Eng. 5,258 lbs RWD Van
2023 Mercedes Sprinter 3500 Cargo Van (144" Wheelbase)
Power to Weight 0.032 hp/lb Weight to Power 31.25 lb/hp Compare
170HP 2.0L 4 Cyl Diesel Eng. 5,313 lbs RWD Van
2023 Mercedes Sprinter 3500XD Cargo Van (144" Wheelbase)
Power to Weight 0.032 hp/lb Weight to Power 31.25 lb/hp Compare
170HP 2.0L 4 Cyl Diesel Eng. 5,313 lbs RWD Van
2023 Mercedes Sprinter 4500 Cargo Van (144" Wheelbase)
Power to Weight 0.032 hp/lb Weight to Power 31.38 lb/hp Compare
170HP 2.0L 4 Cyl Diesel Eng. 5,335 lbs RWD Van
2023 Mercedes Sprinter 2500 Crew Van (144" Wheelbase)
Power to Weight 0.032 hp/lb Weight to Power 31.19 lb/hp Compare
170HP 2.0L 4 Cyl Diesel Eng. 5,302 lbs RWD Van
2023 Mercedes Sprinter 3500XD High Roof Crew Van (170" Wheelbase) 4WD
Power to Weight 0.032 hp/lb Weight to Power 30.93 lb/hp Compare
211HP 2.0L 4 Cyl Diesel Eng. 6,526 lbs AWD Van
1993 Mazda B2200 Regular Cab
Power to Weight 0.032 hp/lb Weight to Power 31.29 lb/hp Compare
85HP 2.2L 4 Cyl Eng. 2,660 lbs RWD Truck
2005 Volkswagen Jetta GLS TDI Wagon
Power to Weight 0.032 hp/lb Weight to Power 30.95 lb/hp Compare
100HP 1.9L 4 Cyl Diesel Eng. 3,095 lbs FWD Hatchback / Wagon
1994 Mazda MPV
Power to Weight 0.032 hp/lb Weight to Power 30.95 lb/hp Compare
121HP 2.6L 4 Cyl Eng. 3,745 lbs RWD Van
1994 Geo Metro XFi
Power to Weight 0.032 hp/lb Weight to Power 31.17 lb/hp Compare
52HP 1.0L 3 Cyl Eng. 1,621 lbs FWD Hatchback / Wagon
1994 Geo Metro
Power to Weight 0.032 hp/lb Weight to Power 31.73 lb/hp Compare
52HP 1.0L 3 Cyl Eng. 1,650 lbs FWD Hatchback / Wagon
1992 Suzuki Sidekick JX Limited Soft Top
Power to Weight 0.033 hp/lb Weight to Power 29.99 lb/hp Compare
80HP 1.6L 4 Cyl Eng. 2,399 lbs 4WD Crossover / SUV
1993 Suzuki Samurai JA
Power to Weight 0.033 hp/lb Weight to Power 30.26 lb/hp Compare
66HP 1.3L 4 Cyl Eng. 1,997 lbs RWD Crossover / SUV
1993 Pontiac LeMans SE Coupe
Power to Weight 0.033 hp/lb Weight to Power 29.91 lb/hp Compare
74HP 1.6L 4 Cyl Eng. 2,213 lbs FWD Hatchback / Wagon
1993 Pontiac LeMans SE Sedan
Power to Weight 0.033 hp/lb Weight to Power 30.35 lb/hp Compare
74HP 1.6L 4 Cyl Eng. 2,246 lbs FWD Sedan
1995 Dodge Caravan Cargo
Power to Weight 0.033 hp/lb Weight to Power 30.70 lb/hp Compare
100HP 2.5L 4 Cyl Eng. 3,070 lbs FWD Van
2019 Kia Soul EV
Power to Weight 0.033 hp/lb Weight to Power 30.17 lb/hp Compare
109HP Electric Eng. 3,289 lbs FWD Hatchback / Wagon
2019 Kia Soul EV +
Power to Weight 0.033 hp/lb Weight to Power 30.17 lb/hp Compare
109HP Electric Eng. 3,289 lbs FWD Hatchback / Wagon
1996 Honda Passport DX
Power to Weight 0.033 hp/lb Weight to Power 29.94 lb/hp Compare
120HP 2.6L 4 Cyl Eng. 3,593 lbs RWD Crossover / SUV
2005 Volkswagen Jetta GLS TDI
Power to Weight 0.033 hp/lb Weight to Power 30.03 lb/hp Compare
100HP 1.9L 4 Cyl Diesel Eng. 3,003 lbs FWD Sedan
2005 Volkswagen Jetta GL TDI Wagon
Power to Weight 0.033 hp/lb Weight to Power 30.53 lb/hp Compare
100HP 1.9L 4 Cyl Diesel Eng. 3,053 lbs FWD Hatchback / Wagon
1993 Chrysler LeBaron Convertible
Power to Weight 0.033 hp/lb Weight to Power 30.10 lb/hp Compare
100HP 2.5L 4 Cyl Eng. 3,010 lbs FWD Convertible
2005 Volkswagen Beetle GLS TDI
Power to Weight 0.033 hp/lb Weight to Power 29.89 lb/hp Compare
100HP 1.9L 4 Cyl Diesel Eng. 2,989 lbs FWD Coupe
2016 Kia Soul EV EVe
Power to Weight 0.033 hp/lb Weight to Power 30.17 lb/hp Compare
109HP Electric Eng. 3,289 lbs FWD Hatchback / Wagon
1992 Daihatsu Rocky SX Hardtop
Power to Weight 0.033 hp/lb Weight to Power 30.50 lb/hp Compare
94HP 1.6L 4 Cyl Eng. 2,867 lbs 4WD Coupe
2001 Smart fortwo Pulse
Power to Weight 0.034 hp/lb Weight to Power 29.27 lb/hp Compare
55HP 0.7L 3 Cyl Eng. 1,610 lbs RWD Coupe
1995 Suzuki Sidekick JLX
Power to Weight 0.034 hp/lb Weight to Power 29.07 lb/hp Compare
95HP 1.6L 4 Cyl Eng. 2,762 lbs 4WD Crossover / SUV
2015 Volkswagen e-Golf Limited
Power to Weight 0.034 hp/lb Weight to Power 29.49 lb/hp Compare
115HP Electric Eng. 3,391 lbs FWD Hatchback / Wagon
1998 Suzuki Sidekick JX
Power to Weight 0.034 hp/lb Weight to Power 29.01 lb/hp Compare
95HP 1.6L 4 Cyl Eng. 2,756 lbs 4WD Crossover / SUV
1993 Pontiac LeMans VL Coupe
Power to Weight 0.034 hp/lb Weight to Power 29.31 lb/hp Compare
74HP 1.6L 4 Cyl Eng. 2,169 lbs FWD Hatchback / Wagon
1993 Dodge Shadow Highline Convertible
Power to Weight 0.034 hp/lb Weight to Power 29.15 lb/hp Compare
100HP 2.5L 4 Cyl Eng. 2,915 lbs FWD Convertible
2023 Mercedes Sprinter 2500 Cargo Van (144" Wheelbase)
Power to Weight 0.034 hp/lb Weight to Power 29.05 lb/hp Compare
170HP 2.0L 4 Cyl Diesel Eng. 4,938 lbs RWD Van
1993 Chevrolet Lumina APV Minivan
Power to Weight 0.034 hp/lb Weight to Power 29.30 lb/hp Compare
120HP 3.1L 6 Cyl Eng. 3,516 lbs FWD Van
2004 Volkswagen Jetta GL TDI
Power to Weight 0.034 hp/lb Weight to Power 29.70 lb/hp Compare
100HP 1.9L 4 Cyl Diesel Eng. 2,970 lbs FWD Sedan
2009 Dodge Dakota Quad Cab Bighorn
Power to Weight 0.034 hp/lb Weight to Power 29.79 lb/hp Compare
210HP 3.7L 6 Cyl Eng. 6,255 lbs RWD Truck
2023 Mercedes Sprinter 3500XD High Roof Cargo Van (170" Wheelbase) Extended 4WD
Power to Weight 0.034 hp/lb Weight to Power 29.52 lb/hp Compare
211HP 2.0L 4 Cyl Diesel Eng. 6,228 lbs AWD Van
2019 Smart EQ fortwo Passion Convertible
Power to Weight 0.034 hp/lb Weight to Power 29.79 lb/hp Compare
80HP Electric Eng. 2,383 lbs RWD Convertible
2019 Smart EQ fortwo Passion
Power to Weight 0.034 hp/lb Weight to Power 29.54 lb/hp Compare
80HP Electric Eng. 2,363 lbs RWD Coupe
2019 Smart EQ fortwo Prime Convertible
Power to Weight 0.034 hp/lb Weight to Power 29.79 lb/hp Compare
80HP Electric Eng. 2,383 lbs RWD Convertible
2019 Smart EQ fortwo Prime
Power to Weight 0.034 hp/lb Weight to Power 29.54 lb/hp Compare
80HP Electric Eng. 2,363 lbs RWD Coupe
2019 Smart EQ fortwo Pure
Power to Weight 0.034 hp/lb Weight to Power 29.54 lb/hp Compare
80HP Electric Eng. 2,363 lbs RWD Coupe
1994 Subaru Loyale Wagon
Power to Weight 0.034 hp/lb Weight to Power 29.28 lb/hp Compare
90HP 1.8L 4 Cyl Eng. 2,635 lbs AWD Sedan
2023 Mercedes Sprinter 3500 High Roof Crew Van (170" Wheelbase)
Power to Weight 0.034 hp/lb Weight to Power 29.46 lb/hp Compare
211HP 2.0L 4 Cyl Diesel Eng. 6,217 lbs RWD Van
2023 Mercedes Sprinter 3500XD High Roof Crew Van (170" Wheelbase)
Power to Weight 0.034 hp/lb Weight to Power 29.15 lb/hp Compare
211HP 2.0L 4 Cyl Diesel Eng. 6,151 lbs RWD Van
2023 Mercedes Sprinter 4500 High Roof Crew Van (170" Wheelbase)
Power to Weight 0.034 hp/lb Weight to Power 29.57 lb/hp Compare
211HP 2.0L 4 Cyl Diesel Eng. 6,239 lbs RWD Van
1994 Mitsubishi Precis
Power to Weight 0.034 hp/lb Weight to Power 29.38 lb/hp Compare
81HP 1.5L 4 Cyl Eng. 2,380 lbs FWD Hatchback / Wagon
2005 Volkswagen Golf GL TDI
Power to Weight 0.034 hp/lb Weight to Power 29.34 lb/hp Compare
100HP 1.9L 4 Cyl Diesel Eng. 2,934 lbs FWD Hatchback / Wagon
2023 Mercedes Sprinter 1500 Passenger Van Gas (144" Wheelbase)
Power to Weight 0.034 hp/lb Weight to Power 29.08 lb/hp Compare
188HP 2.0L 4 Cyl Eng. 5,467 lbs RWD Van
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