2002 Smart ForTwo vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd

To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 526 kg more than 2002 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 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 2002 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd, 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 Cee'd (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Smart ForTwo 2010 Kia Cee'd
Make Smart Kia
Model ForTwo Cee'd
Year Released 2002 2010
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 799 cc 1975 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 40 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 100 Nm 187 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 135 km/hour 205 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 19.8 seconds 10.4 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 815 kg 1341 kg
Vehicle Length 2510 mm 4240 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 1820 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 3.4 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 22 L 53 L


 

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