2004 Nissan Armada vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1326 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada 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, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Nissan | Smart |
| Model | Armada | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 1467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2416 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 50 L |
