2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 359 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster. 2009 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 2006 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2006 Smart Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Frontier | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Nissan | Smart |
| Model | Frontier | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |
