1999 MCC Smart vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 9 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1706 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 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | MCC | Nissan |
| Model | Smart | Armada |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3140 mm |
