2001 MCC Smart vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 MCC Smart would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (158 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart. 2001 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 MCC Smart | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | MCC | Nissan |
| Model | Smart | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 102 mm |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 2600 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2980 mm |
