2008 Nissan Micra vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Micra weights approximately 200 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 2010 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 2010 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Micra, 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, 2008 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Micra | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Nissan | Smart |
| Model | Micra | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 33 L |
