2004 Smart ForFour vs. 2010 Geely Ck1
To start off, 2010 Geely Ck1 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Geely Ck1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Geely Ck1 (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Geely Ck1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Geely Ck1 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2004 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Geely Ck1 (110 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Geely Ck1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Smart ForFour | 2010 Geely Ck1 | |
| Make | Smart | Geely |
| Model | ForFour | Ck1 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1123 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
