2005 Kia Visto vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Visto would be higher. At 1,123 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Visto.
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, 2006 Smart ForFour (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Visto | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Kia | Smart |
Model | Visto | ForFour |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 794 cc | 1123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |