2006 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, both 2006 Nissan Pathfinder and 2006 Smart ForTwo were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1280 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (385 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Nissan | Smart |
| Model | Pathfinder | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3953 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 33 L |
