2006 Nissan Murano vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 3,506 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Murano weights approximately 714 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano 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, 2006 Nissan Murano (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Murano | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Nissan | Smart |
| Model | Murano | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 22 L |
