2001 Smart ForFour vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1244 kg more than 2001 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan Titan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Nissan Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour. 2013 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2001 Smart ForFour has manual transmission. 2001 Smart ForFour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Smart ForFour | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Smart | Nissan |
Model | ForFour | Titan |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1332 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 313 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 5704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2019 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1895 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 106 L |