2003 MCC Smart vs. 2006 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2006 Nissan Navara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MCC Smart would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Navara (172 HP) has 99 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (73 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1159 kg more than 2003 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 MCC Smart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Nissan Navara (403 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (100 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MCC Smart | 2006 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | MCC | Nissan |
| Model | Smart | Navara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
