2002 Smart Roadster vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Juke is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2002 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Juke weights approximately 457 kg more than 2002 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Smart Roadster 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 Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke, 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, 2011 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Smart Roadster | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Smart | Nissan |
Model | Roadster | Juke |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1342 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |