2001 Smart ForTwo vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 11 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sportage weights approximately 687 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, 2012 Kia Sportage, 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 Kia Sportage (364 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForTwo. 2012 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2001 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2001 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Smart ForTwo | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Smart | Kia |
| Model | ForTwo | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 798 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 58 L |
