2007 Nissan Murano vs. 2002 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2002 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 910 kg more than 2002 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Smart Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano 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, 2007 Nissan Murano (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Murano | 2002 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Nissan | Smart |
| Model | Murano | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
