2006 Smart ForFour vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail

To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 515 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 2002 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, 2002 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, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 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 2002 Nissan X-Trail
Make Smart Nissan
Model ForFour X-Trail
Year Released 2006 2002
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1499 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75.1 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.4 mm 80.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.9:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.8 seconds 11.3 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 975 kg 1490 kg
Vehicle Length 3760 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.1 L/100km 9.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 52 L 60 L


 

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