2005 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, both 2005 Nissan Hardbody and 2005 Smart Coupe were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 1101 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (278 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Hardbody | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Nissan | Smart |
| Model | Hardbody | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 3275 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1831 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 33 L |
