2004 Nissan 350Z vs. 2004 Smart ForFour
To start off, both 2004 Nissan 350Z and 2004 Smart ForFour were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 495 kg more than 2004 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan 350Z 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 Nissan 350Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Smart ForFour, 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, 2004 Nissan 350Z (372 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan 350Z | 2004 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Nissan | Smart |
Model | 350Z | ForFour |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 287 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 100 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 47 L |