2010 Smart ForTwo vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Altima weights approximately 692 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Smart ForTwo 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 2010 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima, 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, 2012 Nissan Altima (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Smart ForTwo | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Smart | Nissan |
Model | ForTwo | Altima |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2695 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1542 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1867 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 76 L |