2005 Smart Roadster vs. 2011 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2011 Nissan Livina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Livina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Livina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Livina should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Because 2005 Smart Roadster 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 2005 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Livina, 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, 2011 Nissan Livina (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Livina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Smart Roadster | 2011 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | Smart | Nissan |
| Model | Roadster | Livina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 52 L |
