2007 Nissan Versa vs. 2007 Smart ForTwo
To start off, both 2007 Nissan Versa and 2007 Smart ForTwo were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Versa (121 HP) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2007 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Versa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Versa (170 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (96 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Versa | 2007 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Nissan | Smart |
| Model | Versa | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1520 mm |
