2007 Nissan Navara vs. 2005 Smart Roadster

To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1234 kg more than 2005 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Smart Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara 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 Navara (404 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Nissan Navara 2005 Smart Roadster
Make Nissan Smart
Model Navara Roadster
Year Released 2007 2005
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2488 cc 698 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 172 HP 81 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 404 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 66.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100 mm 67 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 170 km/hour 180 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2122 kg 888 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 3430 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1200 mm
Wheelbase Size 3210 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9 L/100km 5.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 35 L


 

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