1999 MCC Smart vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 MCC Smart would be higher. At 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 810 kg more than 1999 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 MCC Smart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
1999 MCC Smart | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
Make | MCC | Nissan |
Model | Smart | Armada |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 799 cc | 5555 cc |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 3.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 3.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 106 L |