2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, both 2005 Nissan Pathfinder and 2005 Smart ForFour were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1219 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.
Because 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (101 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Nissan | Smart |
Model | Pathfinder | ForFour |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 101 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 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 | 2184 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |