2005 Nissan Primera vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 2,182 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Primera (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2009 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Primera | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Nissan | Smart |
| Model | Primera | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2182 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 81.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 33 L |
