2000 Smart Roadster vs. 2010 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2010 Kia Magentis is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Magentis (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Because 2000 Smart Roadster 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 2000 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Magentis, 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, 2010 Kia Magentis (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster. 2010 Kia Magentis has automatic transmission and 2000 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2000 Smart Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Magentis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Smart Roadster | 2010 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Smart | Kia |
| Model | Roadster | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
