2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (334 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Nissan | Smart |
| Model | Frontier | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
