2002 Kia Retona vs. 2004 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2004 Smart ForFour is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Smart ForFour (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Retona weights approximately 897 kg more than 2004 Smart ForFour.
Because 2002 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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.
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2002 Kia Retona | 2004 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Kia | Smart |
Model | Retona | ForFour |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |