2007 Nissan Navara vs. 2012 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2012 Smart ForTwo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Navara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Navara 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 101 more horse power than 2012 Smart ForTwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2012 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Smart ForTwo. 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 (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Smart ForTwo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Smart ForTwo. 2012 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Navara has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Navara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Navara | 2012 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Nissan | Smart |
| Model | Navara | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
