2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier 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 (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 901 kg more than 2006 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, 2004 Nissan Frontier (274 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Nissan | Smart |
| Model | Frontier | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| 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 | 180 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 33 L |
