1999 Nissan Sunny vs. 2002 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2002 Smart ForFour is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 190 kg more than 2002 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, 1999 Nissan Sunny (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForFour. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForFour. 2002 Smart ForFour has automatic transmission and 1999 Nissan Sunny has manual transmission. 1999 Nissan Sunny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Smart ForFour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Nissan Sunny | 2002 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Nissan | Smart |
Model | Sunny | ForFour |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |