2001 MCC Smart vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 8 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 722 kg more than 2001 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2001 MCC Smart | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | MCC | Nissan |
Model | Smart | Frontier |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2600 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 3200 mm |