2004 MCC Smart vs. 2006 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Xterra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 MCC Smart would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Xterra (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 470 kg more than 2004 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 MCC Smart 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 2004 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra, 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, 2006 Nissan Xterra (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MCC Smart | 2006 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | MCC | Nissan |
| Model | Smart | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
