1997 Kia Avella vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Avella would be higher. At 1,467 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForFour weights approximately 175 kg more than 1997 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Smart ForFour (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Avella | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Kia | Smart |
| Model | Avella | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2510 mm |
