2009 Nissan Patrol vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (159 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1540 kg more than 2005 Smart ForTwo. 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 Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Patrol | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Nissan | Smart |
Model | Patrol | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.8 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 33 L |