2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2002 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 590 kg more than 2002 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada 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 2009 Nissan Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Smart ForFour, 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForFour. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Armada | 2002 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Nissan | Smart |
| Model | Armada | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 47 L |
