2009 Smart ForTwo vs. 1997 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Because 1997 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1997 Nissan Rasheen (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo. 1997 Nissan Rasheen has automatic transmission and 2009 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2009 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Nissan Rasheen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Smart ForTwo | 1997 Nissan Rasheen | |
Make | Smart | Nissan |
Model | ForTwo | Rasheen |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 2700 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1870 mm | 2440 mm |