2002 Smart ForTwo vs. 2010 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2010 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 705 kg more than 2002 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Smart ForTwo 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 2002 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Qashqai, 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, 2010 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Smart ForTwo | 2010 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Smart | Nissan |
| Model | ForTwo | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 15.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 65 L |
