2006 Smart ForFour vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 630 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForFour | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Smart | Nissan |
| Model | ForFour | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
