2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1091 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster. 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 Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Nissan | Smart |
| Model | Pathfinder | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |
