2002 Nissan Almera vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Almera. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Almera weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 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, 2002 Nissan Almera (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Nissan Almera | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Nissan | Smart |
Model | Almera | ForFour |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |