2008 Nissan Rogue vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2008 Nissan Rogue is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Because 2008 Nissan Rogue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Rogue 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 Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Rogue | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Nissan | Smart |
| Model | Rogue | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 22 L |
