2007 Nissan Xterra vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 700 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra 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 Xterra (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo. 2007 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 2010 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2010 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Nissan Xterra | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Nissan | Smart |
Model | Xterra | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 382 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1867 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 33 L |