2006 Smart ForFour vs. 2010 Infiniti FX

To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 5,026 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti FX weights approximately 1145 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 2010 Infiniti FX 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, 2010 Infiniti FX 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour. 2010 Infiniti FX 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. 2010 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Smart ForFour 2010 Infiniti FX
Make Smart Infiniti
Model ForFour FX
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type Hatchback Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1499 cc 5026 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 385 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75.1 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.4 mm 87.7 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.9:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.8 seconds 6.1 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 975 kg 2120 kg
Vehicle Length 3760 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.1 L/100km 13 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 52 L 90 L


 

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