2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 1 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1145 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Nissan | Smart |
| Model | Pathfinder | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 22 L |
