2004 Nissan Xterra vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 653 kg more than 2005 Smart ForFour. 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 Xterra (209 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Xterra | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Nissan | Smart |
| Model | Xterra | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 47 L |
