2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (158 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 880 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. (185 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | Smart | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 135 L |
