2006 Kia Carens vs. 2003 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Kia Carens is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Carens (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Because 2003 Smart Roadster 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 2003 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carens, 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, 2006 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster. 2006 Kia Carens has automatic transmission and 2003 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2003 Smart Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Carens | 2003 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Kia | Smart |
| Model | Carens | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
