2001 Smart ForTwo vs. 2010 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2010 Kia Carnival is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1209 kg more than 2001 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carnival, 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 Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Smart ForTwo | 2010 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Smart | Kia |
| Model | ForTwo | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 798 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 80 L |
