2001 Smart ForFour vs. 2011 Kia Venga
To start off, 2011 Kia Venga is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Venga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Venga weights approximately 740 kg more than 2001 Smart ForFour.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2011 Kia Venga (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Smart ForFour | 2011 Kia Venga | |
Make | Smart | Kia |
Model | ForFour | Venga |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 14 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1710 kg |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 48 L |