2008 Nissan Navara vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2008 Nissan Navara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1067 kg more than 2001 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour. 2001 Smart ForFour has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Navara has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Navara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Smart ForFour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Navara | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Nissan | Smart |
| Model | Navara | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
