2004 Smart ForTwo vs. 2000 Kia Clarus
To start off, 2004 Smart ForTwo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Clarus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Clarus (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Clarus should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Clarus weights approximately 415 kg more than 2004 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Clarus, 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, 2000 Kia Clarus (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Clarus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo. 2000 Kia Clarus has automatic transmission and 2004 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2004 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Kia Clarus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Smart ForTwo | 2000 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | Smart | Kia |
| Model | ForTwo | Clarus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2670 mm |
