2006 Smart ForFour vs. 1995 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Because 1995 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1995 Nissan Rasheen (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour. 1995 Nissan Rasheen has automatic transmission and 2006 Smart ForFour has manual transmission. 2006 Smart ForFour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Nissan Rasheen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForFour | 1995 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Smart | Nissan |
| Model | ForFour | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1123 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
