2005 Kia K2700 vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia K2700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia K2700 would be higher. At 2,665 cc, 2005 Kia K2700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia K2700 (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia K2700 should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia K2700 weights approximately 690 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Kia K2700 (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia K2700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia K2700 | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Kia | Smart |
| Model | K2700 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 1000 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 840 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 33 L |
